The easiest way to get someone to cook for you is to give encouragement, praise and appreciation. If you criticize, or find fault, she will stop trying. The person who does not like to cook feels apprehension and angst when she thinks about cooking. She is afraid that whatever she cooks will not turn out right, will not taste good, and no one will eat it. If you want someone to cook for you encourage her efforts no matter how small they may be. Focus on what she is doing right. Do not give her false flattery because she will know that you are lying. Find something good to say. Initially, it might just be that she made the attempt, eventually she will improve and the compliments will be many.
Cooking for my husband has always been a pleasure. With his encouragement, I have experimented with abandon and he willingly and eagerly has tasted everything, and has always found something he likes. After twenty-seven years, he still thanks me for cooking dinner. Those are the actions, and words, of a person who wants someone else to do the cooking.
Let’s Cook Tonight® teaches a common sense approach to cooking and eating for maximum health, flavor and enjoyment. It makes sense to cook because you eat healthier, you save money, and you create quality family time. If you want someone to cook for you then offer her encouragement to start, and give her sincere praise and appreciation when she tries.
Cooking is easier than you think and you are worth the time and effort it takes.
Simple cooking idea: Cranberries freeze well. Buy a few extra bags to freeze so you can make fresh cranberry sauce later in the winter.
1 comment:
Great story Gigi! A little thanks makes all the difference. As a mom, the words of thanks are few and far between. I know my husband appreciates me, but I am forwarding him today's blog...just to remind him to say it!
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