I know the struggle of people bringing in food to work. They always say if you don't try it sure would hurt my feelings because I don't want to take it back home with me. Since I am on vacation now and dont go back to work til Aug 3 that is when it will really be my test. Keep the faith and willpower.

Oh, I hate it when people bring in treats!

Usually when I see treats (unfortunately, the company "kitchen" is next door to my office!) I tell myself I'll think about having one later - normally "later" they are all gone. If there are some left, it's usually because they aren't particularly great treats. (Do I REALLY want to "cheat" for an old Dunkin Donut? Not really.)

I've been doing NS since January, and I've only succumbed to work treats once. Someone brought in REALLY great donuts from a bakery (strawberry rhubarb and chocolate peanut butter) and I treated myself to half a donut. No regrets.

Hang in there!

I can identify with the struggle! I don't have a solution but I agree with what you said about the responsibility/choices being our own - They are. Needless to say the results of our choices are also ours and that can mean the good feelings that come with taking that responsibility rather than feeling guilty and beating ourselves up for being "weak." "Consequential thinking" can help. Remember rough spots in your life you survived; moments where you triumphed (they come in all sizes). You're a lot stronger than you think!

Oh god, I totally know how this is! I work at a treatment center and of course a chef comes in a couple times a week, and there is ALWAYS YUMMIE FOOD AROUND. Of course, I binged one day...but that was the end of that. You just have to tell yourself NO. And if you're like me and one piece of something leads to the whole bag, don't even start to think about it!! Just tell yourself you are on NS and that's the end of your internal discussion! That's what I do..I ignore all and remind myself I'm on NS for a reason and straying from it is going to delay my happiness (as least for now, I'm hoping in the long run I can actually have a piece of candy and be satisfied)...what's more important? Your overall long-term well being for the rest of your life or this moment of weakness where you give into instant satisfaction?
Giving into something that is "instant" will make you a weaker person. But stray from it and keep to your goals, and this will make you stronger and stronger everyday.

Well, I have a little advice. Keep some sugar free gum around. When you feel the need for a sweet treat, grab a piece. Also - drink some water. It will make you feel full and therefore lessen the temptations. I can definitely identify with your struggle. Sometimes it is SO hard to say "No thanks". But trust me - when you do you will feel 10 times better about yourself.

Good luck!!!

Ellen in Houston

i say just stay away. ..believe me i've been in your shoes. I just don't go to the gathering ..last week someone insisted on bringing me a piece of ice cream cake..i waited awhile until my co-worker was gone and then gave it to another co-worker (she was very happy)..it is very hard but you just have to be strong and remember it feels good to be thin and healthy