How to Say 'No' to Food Pushers

Identify your food pushers

Identify your food pushers and the impact they have on your diet.

Food Pushers Are:

• People who ask you if you want something they know isn’t part of your diet plan.
• People who tell you that you look beautiful the way you are, when you know you’re at an unhealthy weight.
• People who give you dessert when you don’t ask for it.
• People who insist you eat something, when you’ve already said no.

If the impact is substantial, tell them how their actions hinder your weight-loss success. During the conversation, ask for their help. Be clear in those requests. Let the person know whether you want moral support, encouragement, guidance, or assistance with discipline.

The key is to remember not to take their pushing personally. They often do it unintentionally.