runJrun~I wish I had advise but I don't. My DH is a firm anti-smoker. I am not sure how he put up with me for all these years. I endured his lectures, disapproving looks, attempts to help (which only made it worse) etc. I guess, think about what helped you then use that to encourage him to quit. Make him smoke outside when you are around. Or maybe he'll see how far you've come and will be ready to do it himself.
LeahLulu~I use smaller plates and bowls to control portions. Seriously, I put my meals onto my kids' plates. I see a full plate, my brain processes it as a full plate, I eat, I feel satisfied. I eat my morning cereal in a kids bowl. I eat half of what I used to but feel just as full. It's a visual brain process thing. It might take a few days to get used to but it works so well. Now, when people come over for dinner, I do use a regular plate but I know to not load it up. I really only use the kids' stuff still because it's a way to make it easier for me. So go to Target and buy some plates with your favorite characters on them!! Also, eat more veggies than fruits. Veggies have a lot fewer calories (in general) than anything else. Look at the portion size listed on the bag (or can) and then check the # of calories. example: green beans serving: 2/3 cup, calories 30! I eat 2 servings at 60 calories and I am full without needing more chicken or potatoes or whatever. Just be careful of corn, salad dressings and butter. That just ruins everything!! (I find the spray "butter" or salad spritzers work well for taste and calorie count.)
Good luck!!
Kris
