I found out today that I got fired from my freelance gig at a local magazine. I only had a few assignments since I started in November, but my last one didn't go well and and I no longer have allies at the magazine since my friend left them, and they told me they wouldn't use me anymore for photos. I am HOPPING MAD and either feel like going to buy cigarettes or Wendy's.

EEK! How about punching things, going for a walk around the block? ANYTHING for a diversion for even 20 minutes, that you can't do while eating/smoking. Don't let them ruin your progress!

<just don't walk near Wendy's OR a place that sells cigarettes..

I decided if I have to stuff my feelings with food it needs to be LC stuff. So I am having some ice cream. A whole cup.

I too feel the urge to binge right now! I am restarting induction after failing day after day since I fell off the wagon after a 12 day cheat free thing. Everyday I would binge causing weight gain. Take my advice and find something, anything, to occupy your mind for just a while, keep busy. I've always found taking a nap or just going to lay down somewhere and read a book, play a video game, or watch tv helps alot! Once you fall off the wagon it's VERY difficult to get back on, I regret cheating sooo much. potatofree is right, don't let them ruin your progress!!! It isn't worth it. You can make it! Good luck!

I went on a huge binge Tues. and trust me I am feeling the results. DON'T DO IT!!! At the time it may seem ok but it't never worth it the next day.

Try on some of your new cothes and see what a difference you have made...

Kat

I had my ice cream and 2 deviled eggs and I stayed within my carb limit of 30g for the day (I think, I haven't calculated yet, but give or take a few grams). I'm going to bed. Thanks everyone.

Looks like you grabbed the ice cream, which is probably what I would have done except I would have gone and made myself a LC frosty out of it. That way I'd be getting my Wendy's. Also you could cut a hamburger into a square and grill it.hehe That is if you don't live in Seattle cuz it's raining right now. Anyways..good luck with your job. Hey..maybe Atkins needs photographers for their website. Annie

I'm sorry to hear that. That REALLY sucks.

But on the brighter side, go get the "Artist Market" style of books and see what places are taking photos. They usually list the contact person and guidlines in the book. You can find them in the local book store and probably library.

Also, if you do a search online for "jobs+freelance" chances are you'll find something you might find interesting. At least this is a chance to better your job. Usually when one door closes, something better comes that way.