I was out for coffee with my friend the other day and I ordered a grilled cheese, I’ve been on a diet since August and gradually but consistently losing weight. But, it’s Christmas and I am taking it easy over the holidays before starting again in Jan. I’ve lost over 30lbs and am close to a healthy weight.
My friend kept laughing at me while I was eating and telling me she couldn’t wait to give me my gift. I’ve since found out that its a treadmill.
I’ve expressed no desire in having a treadmill, and I walk outside daily. If I do exercise at home I use Youtube workouts or just dance to music, which I enjoy. But I have told her that I’m going to join a gym in the new year to start swimming and going to yoga classes.
I’ve always thought using a treadmill is kinda dumb, honestly. I’d much rather walk or run outside, even if the weather is bad. I consistently went to the gym from age 16-26 (before falling into a horrible depression, which caused the weight gain) and I can’t think of a single time I’ve used the treadmill.
I’ve recently got a really good job, I’m losing weight on my own and I’m finally feeling better. Am I wrong for taking this as an attack? I just don’t want this big expensive hunk of exercise equipment in my cute, cosy house.
NTA. A treadmill you never asked for after she laughed at you while eating feels less like a gift and more like a side eye with a receipt. You’re already losing weight your way and feeling good, that matters.
Get the receipt and return it! Then you can have a gift!
NTA. Laughing at your lunch while teasing a weight-loss gift is passive-aggressive, not supportive. You’re doing great on your own terms and don’t need to clutter your home with a giant piece of equipment you never asked for.