My job requires a lot of body strength. I take care of the elderly and a lot of the times that means lifting, moving, transfering, and the like. But that is not what this post is really about. Sure all those thing are hard to do and I break my back while doing it. But I am more refering to being strong with not over eating at work.
You heard correct. Its not like I work with food to any extent, but there is constantly a nagging at work with food. We have birthday parties for the residents and that usually means free cake. Some of my coworkers keep candy in their lockers that they openly share with everyone. Lastly is the soup. Oh the soup. Sometimes its like I am in soup heaven here. Worst of all, its all free!!
Though I am significantly more active at this job than my last I have not lost any weight due to all the free junk food around. I just tell myself "its just a mini snicks, it won't hurt." and yes, one won't hurt, but 5..7..10?? Where does it stop?
I am here by going to be stronger at work. Saying no to those sugary treats and yes to my water bottle!!
Free snack are a killer! I am not good at turning those down! Something I did find helpful though was to make a point to always be chewing mint gum. If a piece got old, spit it out, and pop in a new piece. That typically keeps me from wanting to eat or drink anything because I know the flavor will be ruined by the mint gum.
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