STRIKE BACK

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Daily Inspiration for April 2, 2011 Katie Jay, MSW

Strike back. 

Decadent desserts grace the covers of magazines in the checkout lane, not to mention the array of candy displayed there. Everything is super-sized, and tantalizing smells fill the air. We are encouraged to eat seconds, and how can we pass on dessert? And what about the well-meaning person who declares, "One bite won't hurt."  

Yes, it will! The world will try to sabotage your efforts. From the spouse that leaves food lying around the house to the person pushing samples at the grocery store, you are under attack. Your armor is your resolve, and your mouth is your sword. When the saboteur strikes, strike back with these powerful words: "No, thank you."  

Action for the day: Develop a strategy to deal with the abundance of food surrounding you--write it down in your journal. Make some guidelines by which you can sustain your new life. Review them often. 

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Hi Molly  I really enjoy your posts.  I find that eating healthy desserts curb my desire for the real thing.  Pulling fat, sugar and salt out of recipes can be challenging but possible.  Sometimes fruits and even vegetables can make a dessert taste better than the original "heavy" version.  I bring my healthy desserts to parties and functions and they are never left over because as long as it tastes good people would rather have a healthy choice.
 Just me

Good morning Molly,
When I see samples set out at Costco, I'll walk all the way around just to avoid the goodies.  I have finally learned  to say NO Thanks, and it really feels good!
Thanks for the great updates!
Deb

Hello Deb,

I will not even go to Costcos on weekends because of this.......:-)  Free food is still a tempter for me and I just do not want to be put in the position.  M - W there are usually no samples being served.