What Are You Resisting?

Have you ever been in this situation?

You’re at a restaurant, watching the person next to you devour a pile of crisp sweet potato fries.

They look SO tempting.

In that moment – what would you do?

Would you reach over and grab one, without a moment’s thought?

Which of the following outcomes best describes you?

You FIGHT the urge – you’d really like to sample just one.
You CAVE – there’s no way you can sit there and not have a taste.
You RESIST – as tempting as it might be, you remind yourself that it’s not worth the physical pain and discomfort.

Do you see yourself in any of these sceanrios?

Of course, if you answered (C) – that is the correct answer!

It’s where you ultimately want to be, not only on occasion, but all the time.

Let’s go through the other two scenarios again, one by one.

If you answered (A):

This is where we all begin – with the inner conversation – trying to decide whether to Cave or Resist.

Consider it a good sign that you’ve taken the time to at least contemplate your choices.

Remember, too, that you may always have this battle.

It doesn’t necessarily go away.

I was reminded of this, while watching my husband eat those fries, and feeling a little bit tempted.

But I knew this particular restaurant did not have a dedicated fryer.

Which meant those fries would have been contaminated by all the breaded foods on the menu cooked in the same oil – definitely not a good sign.

If you answered (B):

Unfortunately, this is where you may find yourself time and time again.