I decided just to quit cold turkey. Obviously, I didn’t think that it would be a problem. But I second guessed myself by stashing a Dr. Pepper in my car as an emergency. I didn’t have any problem getting going in my day. I was amazingly pleasant under the circumstances. And I ate a healthy breakfast and lunch to fuel my body. Nothing heavy. Things were going pretty well.
As they day wore on, I had trouble remembering things, finding things and focusing in general. By 4 pm my head was roaring with a headache. And yes, I went to the car and got the DP. So my addiction is clear and real. Cold turkey isn’t going to work for me. Let the weening begin!
I share this story because I think that we all have days where we need a little boost to get going. I also think that we don’t like to admit that we have certain addictions or unhealthy habits. I love sugar. And I know that everything they say about it means that it is killing me. So my empathy for smokers should be higher. Food makes me happy. And I am prone to use food to manage my emotions. Another unhealthy habit.
I hope that you, like me, will take those steps to have a much healthier lifestyle. A scripture that I memorized as a child is a good mantra for this work “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Phil 4:13 Admitting that I need help is part of the battle. Asking God to give me strength is a good thing. Saying a prayer when I want to indulge will help me curb my cravings. Going to Holy Yoga at Faith tonight will center me and help me breathe deeply.
Hopeful,
Rev. Heather
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