I understand where you are coming from because I used to do that. I set boundaries for myself for instance I try not to eat after 8pm. I make sure I eat at least something before going out with friends or anywhere there will be food. This helps me say no politely since I’m full and not thinking of eating. The shift for me came when I was able to shift the thought from the food to the company I was with. I am happy to sit there with a cup of water and lemon.
Well yeah, it’s hard to stop craving for that type of food, but at the end I think it comes down to taking a moment and thinking if you need it or want it. In the past I’ve deal with stress eating. I would even eat junk food out of boredom, but now if I get a craving, I first drink water (because usually thirst is mistaken with hunger) and then I try to find a healthy snack option, like some yogurt or veggies and fruits with lime and chili powder. Nevertheless, it’s not so bad to accept or give yourself a little treat from time to time. But if you want to avoid accepting your friends offerings, you could bring mints with you and whenever you know is lunch time, eat one mint, that might prevent you from eating junk food because nothing tastes good right after a mint. Good luck! :)
Have healthy alternatives ready and eat those instead, I recommend nuts because they are filling. And keep a water bottle with you, sometimes when you’re hungry you’re really just thirsty.
I take a bite so I can taste it and not deprive myself. I deserve tasty things! However, I know that my body would not enjoy processing a whole portion. My goal is to always feel good - a taste or smaller portion supports that.
After a little while, it gets easier to say no. When you start to refuse to eat bad stuff offered to you, your friends will stop asking you as much.
If its during the day I normally joke and say I am fasting and put on a Striaight face to sound convincing.. Or I just say I already had a heavy meal which might be too much for me..
I say, "Thank you for thinking of me. No thanks. I’m committed to eating a specific choice of foods. I would love your encouragement to stay focused on my commitment. Is there anything you are working towards that I can offer my encouragement?"
It’s hard and sometimes you give in, but I always think about the last time I ate whatever it is and how I felt after. Usually remembering how I felt sluggish or my stomach hurt or I just felt bad about it is enough to make me not eat it
I struggle with this issue as well, so I don’t have perfect answer. One thing I suggest is taking a small amount and really enjoying it. For example, if someone offers you cookies, take one, or offer to split one, and consciously enjoy eating it instead of mindlessly eating a couple. If your still hungry, maybe try asking for something better afterwards? (Hope this helps, I wish you the best).
I’d imagine that my kidneys, liver, stomach and etc are like little babies or puppies and their lives totally depend on me. You don’t give a baby a big steak, or a can of coke would probably kill a puppy. You have to be very thoughtful and nurturing to them. so, sometimes it works) Or I’d split apart the ingredients of the dessert I really want - and when you imagine you have to eat the half stick of butter, and half a cup of flower, then it’s not so appealing.
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