Passed the first test…well just about
Well I ate out for the first time this lunchtime and it went kinda okay. I’d been on the website and decided what I was going to have before I went and that is what I ordered.
I’d let my grandparents know that I was dieting with a hope they might take that on board, that didn’t seem to be the case. My grandad ordered a mixed grill which is too much for him. He doesn’t like to see food go to waste and even though I asked him not to, he kept putting meat on my plate. I wasn’t strong enough not to eat it. I ate too much and didn’t exactly feel great afterwards. All through my life I’ve eaten whatever was put in front of me and now I’m ok if I fully control what I eat but I guess it’ll take more time before I’m able to deal with this kind of situation.
He asked me three times if I wanted a dessert and each time I said no and at least this time he didn’t just get one anyway. I also had a diet coke which seemed like a good option at the time but I’ve been off caffiene for 6 weeks and oh god, that was a shock to the system. My hand was shaking a bit and I had (and still have) a killer headache. I won’t be doing that again in a hurry.
Good Job on the first time out/ It will be easier as people see all the positive changes.
Don’t sweat it. It was as you say your first time out, and you did do the right thing! You planned ahead. That is a great big step, and I cheer you on for that one! Hooorrrrayyy!!! I’m very bad when it comes to throwing away food as well, I was taught that by my grandmother, she used to tell me “their are children starving all over the world-you better eat every bite”. That stuck with me forever. Just now I make sure, I eat any leftovers…the next day, or I make sure to serve less, and only eat more if I need to. Good Luck, and keep going. Your doing great!
Glad your Grandfather listened about the dessert. Good job on not caving even though he kept asking. You’re doing great!
Eating healthy while eating out can be so hard!…Way to go by sticking to your plan!
~Jhonica~
Great job! Now you know you can do it. Even though you couldn’t resist all the temptations that’s OKAY. Feel proud of yourself today.
That’s wonderful you told your grandparents your plans…too bad they didn’t hear you. I have a mother like that …she claims she wants what is best for me but is a food pusher. I’ve learned I have to put myself first and just say no. Awesome job on letting your grandparents know NO Dessert! You are doing great…I eat out all the time and know the temptations…it’s not easy…even if you think you are eating healthy there is so much unknow about how they prepare the food. Keep up the great work!
It sounds like you did pretty good all things considered.
Once your grandparents see that you are serious about this and that you are sticking with it they’ll most likely realize there is no point in pushing.
I bet they’ll be so proud of you.
Way to go refusing dessert not once, not twice but THREE TIMES.
Be proud
Lori
You did great! Once the people around you see how serious you are about this, they will get on board.
Great job!
Live and learn is the name of the game….maybe you can get together with your grandparents in a different setting….you know, until you have a better grasp of your new lifestyle!