Eating with others on holiday, emotion support/advice wanted

[Friday06]

Hi everyone. I’ve just realised that our trip away is going to be a huge step out of my current comfort zone. [edited by moderator]. But it is a challenge, to say the least. Does anyone have any support or advice from going from having complete control of your eating, WFH and often eating alone, to a week of eating every single meal with others? I’m really starting to dread the trip. What do I do to manage my emotions? I don’t want to be crying in a shared kitchen over having to have lunch. 

[tyme]

Hi there @Friday06 , thank you for your post. 

Just a quick note that your post above was edited by moderators to removed content that does not align with community guidelines.

I look forward to hearing other member's insights.

[Friday06]

Oops! Thanks @tyme 

[tyme]

All good @Friday06 . I think when people first use the forums, it's very common. 

On a side note, I can relate to the feeling of being uncomfortable eating aronud people. The whole deal was too much sometimes. 

I think for me, the way I approached it was not to think about it. Also, I booked events I needed to do straight after so I'd have an excuse to get away. But I know that's not always possible if you are on holidays with someone.

I also find it helpful when I don't have to seat facing people when eating. It's easier to sit side-by-side if that works.

I really hope it goes well for you. I hear the stress that this is causing!

[tyme]

hey @Friday06 , we've got a Sunday chat running if you are interested https://saneforums.org/t5/Social-space/Sunday-Social-Chat-22-6/td-p/1682174@sunday social chat -