Guilt?

It's lunchtime.

That hour that I get to escape from my desk and plan the rest of my day. I decided to stop into Jimmy Johns which has THE BEST turkey sandwich that calls my name from time to time. I grabbed my sandwich and ate at nearby tables outside since it was such a nice day. I look to my left, and my right and notice other women lunching. I don't see any sandwiches though, I see salads, premeasured packs of nuts, smoothies, and fruit. I take another bite of my sandwich, complete with mayo and avacado spread and wonder...

How many times have you been out to eat with a friend, hear them order a salad, and re-think the cheeseburger and sweet potato fries you had your eye on? Studies show that women feel worse about what they eat, when they compare it with someone that made a healthier decision. Now, I have always been a foodie from way back as you all know, so I devoured that sandwich and walked away like I have the metabolism of a 12 year old. But, for anyone who compares themselves or what they eat with someone STOP DOING IT! (This confidence was a long time coming for me.)

Comparing anything we do to someone else can be the most toxic thing that can happen to your self esteem and how much you value yourself. I know it's hard when this entire world is based on comparing things, and the everlong search for "the best." So I propose this, stand behind EVERY decision you make. Support yourself and your ideas before you expect anyone else to. Keep your head high, and value yourself! I finished this sandwich with a full belly and satisfied that craving..wiped my mouth and went back inside to let the sandwich maker know how he put his foot in that turkey sandwich!

So even though a part of me felt like a scrub..I know I made that turkey sandwich look good...