Coping with Detox Bullies
I've got 'em, and I'm sure you guys do too. Those people in your life who, in an attempt at humor, like to remind you what you're not eating or drinking (yes, I'm still missing my coffee...though happy to report that the headache has subsided!) by eating or drinking said delicious items in front of you.
Here's what I suggest: tell yourself they're just jealous. Yes, this is the same tactic your mom gave you back when the kids on the playground made fun of your freckles. While she was probably wrong about 5-year-olds being jealous of freckles, I'm going to bet that it rings partially true here. Anyone has to admit that going for a few days without putting toxins in your body is a great thing. But few people actually have the balls to try it. So if your significant other insists on taunting you by ordering a Belgian hot chocolate after his burger and fries or your coworker informs you that she'll pass on the fennel apple juice while waving her venti latte in your face (both are true stories!)...remember: they're just jealous.
Here's what I suggest: tell yourself they're just jealous. Yes, this is the same tactic your mom gave you back when the kids on the playground made fun of your freckles. While she was probably wrong about 5-year-olds being jealous of freckles, I'm going to bet that it rings partially true here. Anyone has to admit that going for a few days without putting toxins in your body is a great thing. But few people actually have the balls to try it. So if your significant other insists on taunting you by ordering a Belgian hot chocolate after his burger and fries or your coworker informs you that she'll pass on the fennel apple juice while waving her venti latte in your face (both are true stories!)...remember: they're just jealous.
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Comment by Adriane Van Bokkelen on January 7, 2010 at 3:42pm -
I did a full on cleanse for 21 days about 3 years ago (smoothies, fruits and veggies, only, gasp!) and stayed a hermit! I couldnt bear to go out and watch people have a glass of wine, or a yummy fatty anything! So, i stayed in. I'd like to think I went in as a chunky caterpillar and emerged a butterfly (or maybe a moth?) Anyway...I felt really good afterward, and people could only ask how i did it, instead of, "what are you doing?!"
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Comment by Terri Trespicio on January 7, 2010 at 12:08pm -
If I come across any bullies, I usually try this: A good, long stare--sort of a cross b/t "don't even" and "aww. You didn't know. Poor thing." My stance--part confidence, part aggressive, part pity--seems to have worked. No one even approaches me with seductive treats.
You should try it. The bemused, but distant, immovable stare. It works.
-Terri Trespicio, senior editor
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Comment by maria Trujillo on January 7, 2010 at 12:53am -
I know exactly what you're talking about :)! That is so true!!!!
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Comment by Christine on January 6, 2010 at 4:48pm -
so true, so true!
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