Social pressure from family and friends was something that slowed my training and weight loss journey for a very long time.
The occasional beer that regularly turned into more than one,
The variety of baked cakes that had to be sampled,
The super tasty food, made mostly out of carbs that had to be eaten
And
The weird looks and funny remarks that came when declining people made me feel uncomfortable enough and just give in.
After dealing with this for a long time I realised that, giving in virtually guarantees me staying the same or even worse, taking me even further from my goal.
To be honest I was afraid of disappointing people, thinking what they would think of me.
Being able to break free, releasing what others think of me was none of my concern was very empowering.
Taking responsibility for my actions regardless of whatever people around me say or do was a far better choice.
Doing so has allowed me to pursue my goals, all while living in harmony with people who have different viewpoints and a different way of doing things.