Week 10: Real Life, Real Food – Social Eating Without the Setback
🧠 Why This Week Is a Game-Changer
You don’t want to be the person who brings steamed broccoli to a wedding. You want to be the person who can enjoy life and stay aligned with your goals.
This isn’t about restriction. It’s about empowered choices that honor your metabolism and your memories.
And spoiler: yes, you can totally enjoy life without blowing up your blood sugar like a Mentos in a Coke bottle.
🥂 Real-Life Scenarios — and How to Navigate Them Like a Metabolic Ninja
1. Going Out to Eat
What to do:
- Look up the menu ahead of time. Make a game plan.
- Prioritize protein and veg. Ask for sauces and dressings on the side.
- Skip the bread basket unless it’s part of your plan. No shame, just be honest with yourself.
How to own it:
“I’ve got some health goals right now, so I’m sticking to what works for me.”
You don’t owe anyone an explanation, but that one usually ends the conversation real fast.
2. Parties & Celebrations
Before you go:
- Eat a small, protein-rich meal. Don’t arrive starving and expect miracles.
- Bring a healthy dish to share if it’s a potluck. (And keep it tasty — no sad raw veggie trays.)
Once you’re there:
- Scope the options before you fill your plate.
- Use the “one plate” rule — one intentional, balanced plate. Then step away.
- Focus on connection, not just consumption. No one remembers what you ate, but they’ll remember your vibe.
3. Travel & Airports
Pack your emergency kit:
- Hard-boiled eggs, nuts, collagen bars, seed crackers, dried salmon, or single-serve nut butters.
- Electrolyte packets and a reusable water bottle = clutch.
On the go:
- Choose meals with protein + veggies when possible.
- Don’t skip meals — skipping and then binging later is a metabolic buzzkill.
At the hotel:
- Ask for a fridge or mini kitchen.
- Grocery stores > restaurants if you’re staying a while.
- A simple salad and rotisserie chicken can save your gut and your wallet.
4. Alcohol – The Truth Bomb 💣
Alcohol messes with blood sugar, sleep, hormones, digestion, AND fat metabolism. (But hey, I’m not judging — just informing.)
If you’re choosing to drink:
- Eat first (never on an empty stomach).
- Avoid sugary mixers — opt for dry wine, clear spirits, or sparkling water-based cocktails.
- Pace yourself and hydrate between drinks.
- Commit to no more than 1-2 drinks max if you’re actively in fat-burning mode.
And remember: alcohol lowers inhibition — that’s not just a dating thing. It’s also a “why did I eat that entire pizza” thing.
💡 Mindset Reminder: You’re in the Driver’s Seat
This isn’t about perfection — it’s about intentionality.
You get to choose:
✅ To indulge when it’s worth it
✅ To pass when it’s not
✅ To jump right back on track with your very next meal
One off-plan meal doesn’t undo weeks of progress. But mentally spiraling about it might.
🔥 Your Week 10 Action Plan
1. Choose One Social Event or Meal This Week
Practice your new skills. Plan ahead. Execute. Reflect.
2. Reaffirm Your “Why”
You’re 10 weeks in. Go deeper. This isn’t just about losing a few pounds.
This is about becoming someone who feels good, trusts themselves, and lives well.
3. Share a Win
Email me or post in the group — what’s one moment this week where you felt empowered around food in a real-life situation?
👀 What’s Coming in Week 11?
We’re heading into reintroduction and expansion! 🎉
We’ll talk about how to start adding more variety without messing up your balance — and how to tune in to your body’s signals to decide what stays and what goes.
We’re building food freedom — the kind that’s both intuitive and strategic.
No guilt. No guessing. Just you, in full control.
Ready to cruise into Week 11: Expanding Your Plan – Food Freedom Without the Backslide? Let’s freaking GO! 🥑🔥