Posts by neltuneliel

I know it's been over a month since you replied but I thank you. I read your reply back then and I've been trying really hard to focus on other things that do not involve food. It's been a struggle, but I think I'm getting better. My binges are occurring further apart...I think it's been 4 days since my last binge. That still sounds bad, but I had been bingeing almost every day. In the past month, I've probably "hid" food  in my bedroom closet and moved it back to the kitchen about 20 times. It's insane. Right now, all food is in the kitchen where it belongs but I've stored away some of the food (trigger) that give me anxiety. Hopefully one day I won't have to hide my food...it's just so silly.

I realize my main problem is that I have a "relationship" with food. And I want to end it...I only want to think about food the moment I'm hungry and then to stop when I'm full. 

I've taken on more hours at work, I'm reading, watching movies, exercising- all this is helping take food off my mind. Oh and freezing excess food is a really great idea. Thanks. 

Thanks for the suggestions. I may try the dip idea...

Today I threw some of the overcooked eggplant in with some green beans, tofu, chicken, and red bell pepper/curry sauce. Didn't even notice the eggplant, haha. 

That's so awesome! I was starting to feel discouraged but now I know it's very possible! It just takes time. Thanks, Serapa.  

This is what I want!!! Right now I range between 135-140 lbs and 26% bf. I'd like to be in the 130-135 lbs range and about 20% bf.

On average I'm lifting weights 3 days a week, and cardio 1-2 days a week. 

My question for you Serapa or anyone else, is were/are you eating at a deficit, maintenance, or surplus to lower your bf % (weight, not so much)?

Got my degree in Theatre...there are a lots of temp jobs in the field, it's not so easy getting a permanent job. The only thing that's holding me back is that I don't have my driver's license, which I will get at the end of the month...

I will look into economic hardship deferment...I'm not starving yet. But I'm pretty sure I'll go through the rest of my savings on food and other necessities pretty soon.

Thought I'd update everyone. I got a new job (cashier) right up the street from my old one. It's awkward cause I still see the same customers so I get a lot of weird looks and questions.

And although I paid bills early they still decreased my food stamps by 75%...it sucks. I feel like I might as well not get them. The problem is they do no take in account bills like student loans. So when they looked at my last pay stubs they think I have plenty of money- but they don't realize over half of it goes to my student loan bills. So right now I'm living pay check to pay check even with the little bit I get from ebt. All I can say is that I WILL find a better job and will not apply for food stamps again.

I'm pretty sure it's worth more than 10$...I was thinking at least $30. And of course it's worth it...it's free! 

Anyway, they sent me an email saying there is a delay in the shipping. And it will arrive soon. Yay! 

Oooh, frozen coconut milk sounds awesome! I think I will try it in my protein/fruit smoothie first! And maybe as a topping for the sweet potato pie I will make next week. 

You may just have to let the stuff go- I haven't figured out a way to make it without sugar. But here's a really awesome recipe I've used in the past. 

http://www.wholegraingourmet.com/recipes/57/5 2.html

The recipe uses honey as a sweetener and binder- but I ran out of honey. So I ended up using half honey and half maple syrup. It was pretty tasty. But def very very sweet. But maybe you could decrease the amount. 

Also, if you're looking for a quick, wholesome snack- then I'd recommend LARABAR. They are simply a fruit and nut bar- no sugar added. And they have the best flavors! My favorite is "tropical fruit tart" 

Hurricane?!? Where is this hurricane hitting? 

Thanks all, for your replies! 2 of my friends received their packages today- they didn't mention it being melted...but I will ask to make sure. Only 1 more package to go!