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Put it up, or it will put you up in weight
You’re more likely to eat junk food when it’s visible versus out of sight.
A perfect example: I recently bought a box of Oreos that I have yet to eat, but everyone else in the house who consistently walks past the box of Oreos takes a few out every time they walk past it. This is because it’s right in front of them, so why not eat it! They might not even think about the consequences of consuming junk food every time they pass by because it’s an unconscious behavior/habit. They’re eating without thinking, which is a widespread issue across America.
When you passively eat, you passively gain weight and can also compromise your health. We don’t need to eat everything in sight. Though this is a primal thing since we are taught to conserve as much energy and resources as possible, we are past the point of needing to do this in America, which wastes astronomical amounts of food every day.
Whenever the company brings in donuts or caters lunch for the day, many feel obligated to eat it because it’s there. I can’t count how many times people looked at me oddly when I didn’t partake in a “workplace snack.”
Whenever you’re eating healthy, opportunities not to eat healthily will be a dime a dozen. People will question you, and you will feel a twinge of hurt because you want that free bagel, but your body will thank you in the long haul because you’re in control!
Don’t assume you need to eat something because it’s there. Use active thinking to determine whether eating something detracts from your overall health goals. If you’re struggling with your weight, you probably shouldn’t be eating Oreos every time you walk past the box of Oreos on the counter.
If you’re struggling with your health or weight, avoid buying snacks in the first place. But if you share a home with family, friends, etc., then put the junk food somewhere out of sight so that it will be off your mind.
The more you see something, the more likely you will engage with it. Not everyone is a masochist and can handle having desserts and delights sitting out in front of them every day. At some point, they will give in.
For The Advanced
Eventually, you will reach a point where having junk food in your cabinets, on your countertops, and throughout your house will not affect your diet because you have mastered self-discipline when it comes to your diet.
People who come to my house might think I eat junk food all the time since I keep it in my house, but I don’t. I only eat it at designated times because I choose to control when and how much junk I eat.
Food doesn’t have to run your life. I know for many people it does, but it doesn’t have to run yours.
This content is for informational purposes only — not professional advice. Consult a qualified professional before making any major decisions.