I got roasted for sharing my calories

I swear I went through a similar process last year too, I would say calculate the calorie deficit directly and keep a daily log. But don't share that log with anyone. You're stressing out because of the ones who catch on, it's not necessary.

Honestly, what's the point of sharing on social media? Such things don't really fit our culture. People will forget by tomorrow, but still, one ends up making a fuss about it. I think it's best to steer clear of such matters.

Instead of focusing solely on the calories you consume during this process, you also need to consider the balance of nutrients. Rather than just sharing the calories, you should also calculate the ratio of carbohydrates to fats. A professional dietitian can provide support.

Actually, I put it there as motivation, you know, thinking maybe a few people would say thank you, get a recipe or something. But it seems things didn't quite turn out that way. You're right, I'll pay a bit more attention.

Now, there's also this: when people put everything into social media, reactions like this are normal. Luckily, yours is just about sharing food, which isn’t that special. But still, be cautious; not everyone has good intentions.