What’s your secrete to “NO”?

I don't want to sound mean, and please don't take this the wrong way, but have you thought about seeking help from a therapist with this issue? While books are informative, receiving therapy may be beneficial too.

I has sought help with that same issue with a therapist, and it's helped immensely. I used the book The Beck Diet Solution: Train Your Brain to Think Like a Thin Person in conjunction with my CBT therapist. It really helped a lot. Major self discovery.

Dr. Beck is a very well respected researcher in the field of psychology, specifically Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

Hope this helps!

I'm not sure if this will answer your question, but here's what I can suggest.

When I get the temptation to eat something between meals or that is not that healthy for me, I chew a piece of gum. I've found with this method that sometimes I'm just not hungry, I just need to give my mouth something to chew on for awhile. Usually, the gum will satisfy my need for the unhealthy food.

I don't know if this will work with you, but it works wonders for me.

I say no (most of the time) because I know what I don't like about being overweight and what I like about being healthy. I have written these things down and I review them to remind myself why I'm on the journey. I remind myself that the journey doesn't work if I go about it half *kitten*. Being mamsy pamsy about what I ate helped me become obese. I didn't like anything about that lifestyle. I can't be mamsy pamsy about the journey.

saying this, I do believe in treating yourself at times...planned times preferably...but occasionally and in moderation only.

Drink a glass of water first because half the time you are getting hunger signals, you are really thirsty instead. Another good rule of thumb is if you are hungry enough to eat an apple, you are probably hungry.

I totally agree, I tend to over eat when emotional or bored. What do I do? Don't know yet lol, that's why I am on here apart from keeping busy and trying to think about the dress I want to get into when I open the fridge. Could do with an alarm on my fridge that would tell me to "step away from the food" that may help!

My main motivation is that I am going on a cruise in a few weeks. However, saying no to unhealthy foods is fairly easy after the first week or so. I had trouble for a long time because I work at a home improvement/grocery store and while working the cash register I was surrounded by sweets and pop machines and junk food (ie: chips, cookies) making it challenging. Once I made a promise to myself that I would eat better and fuel my body with fruits, veggies, lean meat and water instead of fast food and pop it made saying no to those foods much easier. Reading about what is in unhealthy foods also helps to say no. Another way of helping you say no is to cut out bad foods for one week.. If that's too much try 3 days.. When you start eating right and drinking water you will notice that you have more energy and you wont feel as run down. Noticing these things makes it so much easier to say no. An occasional big of chocolate here and there is OK. Don't feel that you need to cut out sweets altogether. One way of fixing your sweet tooth is by eating a lot of fruits. Peaches and pineapple are my favorites to snack on because they are sweet all by themselves. As far as the "emotional eating" goes, it is all in your head. Its a choice you make. If you have trouble and do binge eat, try to be more aware of what you are eating. If you crave ice cream, try sorbet or sugar free ice cream. If it is chocolate you crave switch to dark chocolate. I tend to want wine when I get upset or stressed but instead of picking up the Moscato I switched to Cabernet. Red wine is good for your heart and two glasses makes me sleepy.
I dont know if this is what you were looking for in an answer, but trust me once you switch over to fruits and veggies and water you will notice a huge difference. I hope this was informative and I wish you the best of luck.


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Don't buy it,
Don't make it
if it's near you......go for a walk.
If you can't get away from it, clean your teeth or chew gum....the mint overrides the other smell.
Go to the bathroom and check out your reflection, remind yourself why you are trying not to eat whatever it is!

I'm committed to the calories MFP gives me. I know that if I eat high calorie foods, I'll end up hungrier than if I eat more nutritious foods. Every bite is a decision I own.

When I started this, I also discovered that half of the pimple/acne problems I'd experienced all of my life actually did come from my diet, not genetics. If I eat too much junk, it definitely shows. Knowing that helps a lot.

Also, realize at the time- step back- and think
WHAT TO I WANT MORE? A HEALTHY self or a quick fix. Food is like a DRUG to many of us.

Hey there-

Not sure how much this will help you.........but I plan my meals ahead for the next day. I log everything in my diary in the morning time. If its not on my diary, it doesnt get put in my mouth. Simple enough to tell you, however, it was a bit tough in the beginning. I keep a bottle of water near me at all times, and when I do get a craving, I chug some water down.

Also, dont be afraid to indulge now and again. If you crave M&M's, have a couple. its better than denying yourself of it and driving yourself crazy, that is when you end up eating the whole bag! Maybe if your mind and body know that its ok to have a little now and again, it wont seem so much like a "diet" or a "bad" thing to do.

Good luck my dear!

I'm not sure if this will answer your question, but here's what I can suggest.

When I get the temptation to eat something between meals or that is not that healthy for me, I chew a piece of gum. I've found with this method that sometimes I'm just not hungry, I just need to give my mouth something to chew on for awhile. Usually, the gum will satisfy my need for the unhealthy food.

I don't know if this will work with you, but it works wonders for me.

same thing with me especially the extra dessert flavor gum (i am chewing apple pie as i type)

My secret to saying NO to yummy foods is to think about tomorrow. Tomorrow, that food won't even be on my mind. Sounds kind of lame but it works for me!

I like to have treats so I plan it into my day. I learned to exchange somethings for healthier choices. If I had to say no all time I never would of stuck with it. It's a lifestyle. Cheers and good luck.