We’ve all read it before—things are not always what they appear to be. So many times we read blog posts or see pictures on instagram and get a peek into someone’s daily life; what their workouts look like, what their meals look like. It can be pretty easy to fall into the dreaded comparison trap. What we don’t always remember when reading these posts is that you don’t necessarily see every little piece.
[Pre-Workout]
I’m loving my Skoop superfood blueberry bites and will absolutely be making more when these run out.
Not Pictured: A carrot cake energy bite. I like a little variety in my morning bites!
[Breakfast]
My nut butters are running pretty low and I have a little packet of coconut butter that I’ve been saving. I forgot how delicious it is! Not to mention, nice to add a different flavor in there.
Not Pictured: A second cup of coffee. Stevia and coconut almond milk are my favorite mix-ins.
[Lunch]
A quick throw-together break room lunch—mixed greens, shredded carrots, cucumber, tomato, red pepper, and avocado with orange rosemary dressing.
Not Pictured: The protein—a crispy quinoa burger on the side—had to keep it that way so I could warm it up! Also, a dark chocolate covered pretzel. Sweet and salty after lunch is necessary.
[Afternoon Snack]
I was starved by the time I got home so I whipped up a pumpkin protein mug cake, topped with some Old Fashioned Crunchy.
Not Pictured: The pumpkin ravioli, chocolate coconut almond, and coffee samples from Trader Joe’s. Is it possible to go into that store and not pick up the samples?! Oh, and the chocolate coconut almonds are ridiculously delicious. I also snacked on a couple grapes and some of Monday night’s dinner. What? Girl’s gotta eat!
[Dinner]
Martha Stewart did me right! Nathan’s plate was much prettier than mine because he had his tandoori-style turkey burgers in a pita, as suggested.
Not Pictured: An extra potato wedge and ketchup. I usually tend to snack a bit while I’m cooking dinner, but I think my extra snacks did the trick!
[Evening Snack]
This one pretty much sums it up. Apples and peanut butter are just the best.
It’s a good thing you’re not just going by my instagram, huh? You might have thought I only had oatmeal and a turkey burger salad yesterday 😉
Food for Thought
Do you ever fall into a comparison trap, whether it’s with workouts, physique, food, or anything else?
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To answer your question: I think every single person has fallen into the comparison trap at least once. I don’t see anything wrong with it, as long as it’s not a continous occurence. You need to be your own person, and realize that you & the other person your comparing yourself too aren’t the same, therefore your dietary & fitness needs should be completely different.
Totally agree, thanks Jessie!
Everything looks amazing! The horror of nut butters running low =O
Oh my gosh, the worst, isn’t it?! Haha thank goodness for my Vitamix!
Ohh that dinner looks great!
Thank you! It was a tasty one 🙂
I’ve gotten better and better overtime with doing less comparing, but I definitely still fall into the trap some days. And on those days, I honestly avoid instagram and reading certain blogs. It’s not that those people are doing anything they shouldn’t, it just helps get over the stupid thoughts in my own head 😉
It’s definitely tricky. Good to take those social media breaks. I know I need to
I completely agree. We’re all too hard on ourselves sometimes and we just have to remember we’re all human.
Yum, your eats look so tasty! I have been loving protein mug cakes lately!
They’re so tasty!
I really need to make those bites. Or better yet, can I come visit?
I wish you would! 🙂
I used to fall into that comparison trap but realized I just don’t have time to do that. Now I just drool over other peoples meals. Like yours 🙂
I NEED to make your blueberry bites! I love Skoop and I love blueberries so I know I will love them too!!! 🙂
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