Don’t Let Friends And Family Sabotage Your Diet

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Article Title: Don’t Let Friends And Family Sabotage Your Diet

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One of the biggest obstacles to any weight loss plan is getting

around the many subtle and not so subtle ways that family and

friends use to sabotage your diet. While they may not even be

aware that they are doing it, the tactics used by those closest

to us have the potential to be the downfall of even our most

well intentioned efforts to lose weight.

In some cases, family and friends feel insecure regarding your

plans to lose weight and thus may begin practicing various

tactics that are aimed at de-railing your diet plans. They may

complain about the amount of time that you spend working out;

deliberately schedule other activities that conflict with your

scheduled exercise times; shower you with tempting and

fattening foods and in the worst case scenarios make pointed

observations that you don’t look as though you’ve lost weight

or make predictions that you will just gain all the weight

you’ve lost right back.

Usually; this type of tactic stems from the fact that the other

person is suddenly afraid that your change in lifestyle may

affect your relationship with them. This is especially true in

relationships concerning husbands/wives and other romantic

partners. There may be a very real concern present that you

will begin to notice others when you become slim.

In other cases, the tactics employed from those closest to you

may not result from insecurities but rather from lack of

knowledge. They simply may not recognize that offering that one

teensy slice of chocolate cake could set you back an entire week

in your diet plans. Or perhaps they truly do not realize the

health risks those extra pounds are presenting to you.

This type of behavior from those closest to us can be

disheartening when we are already feeling vulnerable.

Fortunately, there are several tactics you can use to withstand

even the worst tactics friends and family may throw your way in

order to sabotage your diet.

First, never accuse friends/family of the obvious tactics they

are using. Instead, explain how much it means to you to lose

weight and become healthier. Try to turn this into a way to

spend more time together and bond by asking them to be your

weight loss buddy. Not only will this provide the back-up

support you need, but it will help to eliminate the feelings of

insecurity they are experiencing as you begin to reveal your

new, slimmer body.

When friends and family express judgmental feelings; the first

thing you should do is realize that these statements are more

about their own feelings of inadequacies. Try not to take it

personally. Instead, focus on the fact that you are doing

something healthy for yourself.

Be sure to let those closest to you know the guidelines for

your diet. In some cases, what appears to be sabotage could

simply be the result of not having enough information. If you

find that certain areas are especially weak points for you;

clue your family and friends in so that they can help you to

meet your weight loss goals.

Don’t be afraid to toot your own horn. When you reach a

milestone in your diet, let everyone know about and see how

happy you are in your own success. Chances are that when

family/friends see your enthusiasm and happiness, they will be

much more likely to provide the support you need.

Finally, while it’s great to try to introduce your family and

friends to a healthier way of living and eating; do realize

that no one wants to be lectured to. Toward that end, work

together on family meal plans and get-togethers so that

everyone is satisfied with the choices offered.

About The Author: Dweck is the Founder & CEO of

WeightLossBuddy.com a website committed to 24/7/365 support,

expert advice, and helping people find a buddy(s) who will

support their effort to lose weight, and change to a healthier

lifestyle. And it's all Free. Sign up for the Free 4-Part

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