Surprised at Society

Johnnyswife · July 2009

I'm not saying that whatsoever. I am however suggesting that instead of going out for a coffee, go out for a walk. Instead of going out for drinks, go to the movies. Do something else.
Society IS focused on eating.

:noway: No!! Don't go to the movies!! That's where they keep that fattening pocorn! lol No one can resist it! lol

I know what your saying and I agree. I think those of us who are aware of this, are the ones that need to make the changes. We need to invite our friends to take a walk, or jog, or go window shopping. And you gotta eat at some point, so why not make it around a dinner or lunch at a friends house where calories can be controlled?
My husband decided to take this journey with me, and now we take walks and pack a picnic lunch if we are going to be out during lunch or supper time. We love it and he's lost 8 lbs already! :flowerforyou:

I always sneak in my own snacks to the theater. I always like to trip people out with what I'm eating. The other day I went with a friend and half way through the movie she looked over at me looking startled and asked me where I got a banana. :laugh:

:laugh: :laugh: We started doing that too, but so far, I'm the only one resisting the popcorn. My poor hubby always caves.

JoyousMaximus · July 2009

I always sneak in my own snacks to the theater. I always like to trip people out with what I'm eating. The other day I went with a friend and half way through the movie she looked over at me looking startled and asked me where I got a banana. :laugh:

:laugh: :laugh: We started doing that too, but so far, I'm the only one resisting the popcorn. My poor hubby always caves.

My biggest indulgence is a large diet coke. I can resist the food but not my diet coke. It's pretty much the only time I drink it. Although, I do miss sneaking in chinese food like I used to.

foxyforce · July 2009

I always sneak in my own snacks to the theater. I always like to trip people out with what I'm eating. The other day I went with a friend and half way through the movie she looked over at me looking startled and asked me where I got a banana. :laugh:

:laugh: :laugh: We started doing that too, but so far, I'm the only one resisting the popcorn. My poor hubby always caves.

My biggest indulgence is a large diet coke. I can resist the food but not my diet coke. It's pretty much the only time I drink it. Although, I do miss sneaking in chinese food like I used to.

i eat the candy, but i can go without buying anything, im too poor for their overpriced goodies

xsargex · July 2009

I still wanna design one of those "pregnent compartments" like on that Taco Bell commerical where they sneak the nacho's into the game. Then I can bring in a 12 oz Sirloin, sweet potato and a side salad into the theatre.

SpiveyMay · July 2009

I still wanna design one of those "pregnent compartments" like on that Taco Bell commerical where they sneak the nacho's into the game. Then I can bring in a 12 oz Sirloin, sweet potato and a side salad into the theatre.

You should go to the theatre that we have in town, you wouldn't dare eat in there. Works well though, I don't want to snack during the show.

BrendaLee · July 2009

Food is important in all cultures, and most celebrations and rituals have something to do with food- be it enjoying an abundance of food or fasting and giving up food for some time. Our culture, unfortunately, is all about overindulgence- often to the point that it's not even pleasurable anymore. It's insane.

xsargex · July 2009

I was watching the new episode of No Reservations with Anthony Bourdain last night. He was in Chile. Once again, I was reaffirmed that the United States is not the only country that gorges themselves with fatty, buttery, high-calorie goodness. Yes, there are overweight people in other countries. And yes, Food is just as much a part of other cultures...as it is here.

cardigirl · July 2009

I still wanna design one of those "pregnent compartments" like on that Taco Bell commerical where they sneak the nacho's into the game. Then I can bring in a 12 oz Sirloin, sweet potato and a side salad into the theatre.

I wanna go to the movies with you! Now that's livin'! Heh.

In regards to this thread's topic, I think it is a valid realization to discover how often food plays a role in our lives beyond being fuel for the body. What we all have to learn is how to police ourselves. In my office someone or another is always bringing in cookies or cake or some such deliciousness, and someone always has to comment on how bad it was of them to bring it in. I've simply learned to not eat it if I don't want it, or to have a smaller portion if I do.

Yes, temptation is everywhere, food is readily available to us with very little effort. We have to make the choice to take control of our appetites and see food in a different way. Eat to live, etc. But having celebratory foods is not wrong either. It's a matter of balance, and learning that balance is part of the journey.

CarmenSantiago · July 2009

I'm not saying that whatsoever. I am however suggesting that instead of going out for a coffee, go out for a walk. Instead of going out for drinks, go to the movies. Do something else.
Society IS focused on eating.

:noway: No!! Don't go to the movies!! That's where they keep that fattening pocorn! lol No one can resist it! lol

I know what your saying and I agree. I think those of us who are aware of this, are the ones that need to make the changes. We need to invite our friends to take a walk, or jog, or go window shopping. And you gotta eat at some point, so why not make it around a dinner or lunch at a friends house where calories can be controlled?
My husband decided to take this journey with me, and now we take walks and pack a picnic lunch if we are going to be out during lunch or supper time. We love it and he's lost 8 lbs already! :flowerforyou:

Good call! I will bring my own snacks too. I bring 100 calorie pack of nuts so I don't feel left out with the salty treat, and 100 calorie pack of cookies or granola bar. These are things I usually don't splurge on but I know it's better then the junk they have at the theater.

I always sneak in my own snacks to the theater. I always like to trip people out with what I'm eating. The other day I went with a friend and half way through the movie she looked over at me looking startled and asked me where I got a banana. :laugh:

foxyforce · July 2009

I'm not saying that whatsoever. I am however suggesting that instead of going out for a coffee, go out for a walk. Instead of going out for drinks, go to the movies. Do something else.
Society IS focused on eating.

:noway: No!! Don't go to the movies!! That's where they keep that fattening pocorn! lol No one can resist it! lol

I know what your saying and I agree. I think those of us who are aware of this, are the ones that need to make the changes. We need to invite our friends to take a walk, or jog, or go window shopping. And you gotta eat at some point, so why not make it around a dinner or lunch at a friends house where calories can be controlled?
My husband decided to take this journey with me, and now we take walks and pack a picnic lunch if we are going to be out during lunch or supper time. We love it and he's lost 8 lbs already! :flowerforyou:

Good call! I will bring my own snacks too. I bring 100 calorie pack of nuts so I don't feel left out with the salty treat, and 100 calorie pack of cookies or granola bar. These are things I usually don't splurge on but I know it's better then the junk they have at the theater.

I always sneak in my own snacks to the theater. I always like to trip people out with what I'm eating. The other day I went with a friend and half way through the movie she looked over at me looking startled and asked me where I got a banana. :laugh:

bananas are so portable!

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