My co-workers often bring in sweets and treats, some homemade. I am trying to eat healthier, but do not want to seem rude or like I am passing judgement. Is there a polite way to refuse the treats?
2007-04-19 10:41:58 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Just politely say "no thank you". Maybe even offer up a little smile.
2007-04-19 10:45:06 · answer #1 · answered by Koosher 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Simply thank them for the offer of a treat, comment on how good it looks, and then tell them that you are watching your diet, so you will need to pass. I think in this day and age, most people recognize that many people are watching their weight and trying to eat a healthier diet. I don't think that anyone will mind.
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2016-12-26 15:24:55 · answer #3 · answered by dantuono 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there is a couple of ways to do this -
1. say your allergic and nothing more.
2. tell the truth - they look good, but you are watching what you eat.
of course, the delivery is the key - be polite and comment that the treats look really good, but you just couldn't.
2007-04-19 10:47:03 · answer #4 · answered by PO'd in Portland 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just as they pass the plate of goodies your way cough and then blow your nose
2007-04-19 11:26:51 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell them it's not ethical for me to accpet gifts from co-workers. My college professor told me that one time when I offered her some sweets.
2007-04-19 10:57:30 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
You SHOULD be able to say no thank you, but for some people that doesn't work, they just keep pressing, or asking why not.
Just say no thank you, then go on with your work, try to be busy enough to ignore them.
2007-04-19 10:49:06 · answer #7 · answered by meg3f 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just simply say no thank you. That way you won't be perceived as rude or judgmental.
2007-04-19 10:47:46 · answer #8 · answered by choel 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sorry, I'm avoiding sweets so I can indulge on Saturday. Thank you anyway.
2007-04-19 11:22:12 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
"Oh, how sweet of you to think of us this way! I'd love to indulge, but I'm watching my diet closely. Looks delicious though!"
2007-04-19 10:46:21 · answer #10 · answered by amazingly intelligent 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋