“Just one more slice!”
Sound familiar?
If Easter fills you with a mix of joy and quiet dread, you’re not alone. Whether you’re just starting out or well into your journey, this time of year can stir up more than chocolate cravings. It can bring a lot of social pressure, especially around food.
Maybe you’ve felt it: that subtle (or not-so-subtle) nudge to eat something you’d rather not. The awkward pause when you decline a second helping. The worry that saying no will come off as rude or “no fun.”
If that’s resonating, take a deep breath. You’re not being dramatic. You’re simply trying to honour your needs—and that matters.
Why Easter Can Feel So Tricky
Easter is steeped in tradition. Hot cross buns, roast dinners, chocolate eggs… It’s a celebration wrapped in food. And with that comes expectation.
You might find yourself in situations where:
- Family insists you “go on, just have one more.”
- You feel judged—for eating “too much”, or “not enough.
- Saying no feels like rejecting a loved one, not just the food.
- Everyone’s indulging, and you’re torn between joining in or listening to your body.
But food doesn’t have to be the main event. You’re allowed to enjoy Easter on your terms—without guilt, without stress, and without feeling like you’re constantly explaining yourself.
How to Handle Social Pressure Around Food at Easter
1. Give Yourself Permission to Enjoy
When something feels forbidden, it becomes louder in your mind. Slimpod helps shift this—so rather than obsessing over what’s “allowed,” you can focus on what feels right. There’s no rulebook. You can have the chocolate if you want it. Or not. Either way, you’re in charge.
2. Set Gentle Boundaries
You don’t owe anyone an explanation. If you’re full, “That was lovely, thank you” is enough. If someone’s pushing food, try “I’m saving mine for later!” Soft but firm works wonders. You’re allowed to have boundaries without guilt.
3. Drop the All-or-Nothing Thinking
One chocolate egg won’t undo your progress. One indulgent meal isn’t a setback. What matters is what you do most of the time—not what happens on a single day. So, if things don’t go to plan, don’t panic. Just return to what feels good.
4. Shift the Focus from Food
Make memories, not just meals. Suggest a walk, get stuck into a game, or enjoy a good chat. These moments stick far longer than what was on your plate.
5. Be Kind to Yourself
If you find yourself eating more than you intended—pause. Not to judge, but to care. What do you need right now? A walk? A glass of water? A little forgiveness? Self-kindness is a game-changer. It doesn’t undo anything—it simply helps you move forward with more ease.
9 thoughts on “Menopause awareness: Hats off (and everything else) to my bare ladies”
Wonderful ladies well done girls your an inspiration?
What lovely pictures and such encouragement Thank you for sharing your stories You all look great We need to be comfortable in our own bodies
Wonderful and inspiring group of ladies. I wish I could have had such support when I went through the menopause.
What fabulous pictures and stories, thank you for your inspiring and motivational words ?
Well done ladies it’s nice to hear how confident and positive you all are x
Wonderful inspiring ladies ..thank you. I am going through the menopause and at the moment I feel dreadful having come off HRT 3 months ago back to hot flushes, foggy brain, weight gain and feeling so tearful all the time. I have just started my 10 day free trial today and after reading the comments from people already following the Slimpod I am feeling very positive.
I love this girls, you’ve inspired me to trust the process and be excited about the future! I’m perimenopausal, have an under active thyroid and PCOS, reading these stories just inspires me more knowing this could be the turning point for weight loss but more so body confidence which I’ve lost completely xx
Well done girls, fantastic achievements both having a menopause group and having the idea for a calendar. What’s next! The world is your oyster! ?
Well done ladies