In an ideal “dieting world”, everyone around you would be eating healthy, there would only be healthy food available to eat, and there would be plenty of time for exercise without the stresses of everyday life.
Unfortunately, this ideal world does not exist for most of us. We are faced with many challenges that make dieting hard at times.
One prominent challenge is seeing everyone around you eating “the good food”. It is often hard to eat a salad when you see your friends and family eating the foods you want. So, how do you stay successful with the challenges?
- If you know you will be attending a party or going to a restaurant, choose foods wisely the rest of the day. This will allow some wiggle room for making some not so healthy choices when with friends.
- Do not tell everyone you are dieting. Some may try to tempt you with unhealthy foods, others may question everything you are eating, and some may offer unsolicited advice. If others ask, just let them know you are trying to eat healthier.
- If you are going to a restaurant, look online at the menu earlier in the day and make your food selections – and stick with it. This will reduce the temptation for making unhealthy food choices.
- Remember, that even though others around you may not be eating healthy food at that particular time, they may be eating very healthy at other times or just may not be motivated for a healthy lifestyle at this point of time. Do not let their habits influence your goals.
- If you are hosting friends at your house, plan to prepare a healthy meal. If you are going to someone else’s house, offer to bring a healthy dish.
- Remember, it is ok to try a small piece of “unhealthy food”. On the other hand, if you don’t think you can stop – just skip it.
- Join an exercise class where you may meet new friends that are also focusing on health. You can motivate each other.
- Even though it may be challenging, keep reminding yourself why you are trying to lose weight. This can help keep you on track.
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