How to Navigate Negative Comments During the Holidays

Nov 23

It can be challenging to not let the comments about your weight and food from family get to you. I would like to offer some reminders and ways to navigate comments, especially during the holidays:

It’s more about them than it is about you

Remind yourself not to take it too personally, because whatever they say is more of a reflection of how they feel about themselves

Plan out what you’ll say in advance

It's helpful to be prepared and have responses ready so you can more easily address the comments

It can be as simple as saying, "I'm not open to hearing comments about my body."

Tips for dealing with stress around the holidays

Find an ally

Find someone you can reach out to that understands how you feel and will support you if anything comes up. having a support system is everything

Support yourself

Center yourself before you arrive, take breaks when you need to (go outside for a walk, go to the bathroom and take some deep belly breaths), advocate for yourself, and remind yourself - you have full permission to walk away if it becomes too much

Change the subject

If it doesn't feel safe to set a boundary, change the subjec

"Totally, so how is...?"

"I'm practicing not talking about weight loss and diets, what else is exciting you lately?"

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