Bluidkiti's Alcohol and Drug Addictions Recovery Help/Support Forums - View Single Post - Food for Thought for Over Eaters Anonymous

MajestyJo · 07-22-2018, 10:52 PM

Thought for the Day

Sunday, JULY 22

From the book: Food for Thought

The Power of Abstaining

Abstaining from compulsive overeating fills us with new strength. When we become honest and determined in this area of our life, our resolution and clarity flow into other areas, too. The new order and discipline are reflected in all that we do.

We establish abstinence as the most important thing in our life. As mind and body are released from the dullness and apathy caused by too much food, we are more efficient and we function more effectively. Other priorities and values sort themselves out. Instead of being torn by conflicting desires, we are able to decide which projects and activities are of most value. Instead of being paralyzed by fear and depression, we have the motivation and energy to do what needs to be done.

Accepting life-long abstinence as the will of our Higher Power enables us to push food out of the center of our life.

Thank You for the power of abstaining.

07-22-2018, 10:52 PM	#405
MajestyJo Super Moderator Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Hamilton, ON Posts: 25,085	Thought for the Day Sunday, JULY 22 From the book: Food for Thought The Power of Abstaining Abstaining from compulsive overeating fills us with new strength. When we become honest and determined in this area of our life, our resolution and clarity flow into other areas, too. The new order and discipline are reflected in all that we do. We establish abstinence as the most important thing in our life. As mind and body are released from the dullness and apathy caused by too much food, we are more efficient and we function more effectively. Other priorities and values sort themselves out. Instead of being torn by conflicting desires, we are able to decide which projects and activities are of most value. Instead of being paralyzed by fear and depression, we have the motivation and energy to do what needs to be done. Accepting life-long abstinence as the will of our Higher Power enables us to push food out of the center of our life. Thank You for the power of abstaining. __________________ Love always, Jo I share because I care.