I know many words, useful tools they are. This one discovered today intrigues, inspires. Irreducible. Impossible to transform into or restore to a desired or simpler condition. Bare bones, essence, quintessence. The root, the core. Our commitment to abstinence first […]
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Dumb Folk Welcome
I’ve seen lots of people too smart to get this program but I’ve never met anybody that was too stupid.” ~ Program saying Intelligence is not a prerequisite for recovery…in fact it can be, often is an impediment. Analytical thinking and logic have […]
Continue reading »How Did We Get Here?
Every addiction arises from an unconscious refusal to face and move through your own pain. Every addiction starts with pain and ends with pain. Whatever the substance you are addicted to — alcohol, food, legal or illegal drugs, or a […]
Continue reading »Find a God
When food controls you, find a god, a power that suits you, one you choose. you can’t control, but your god can. Cede your hold and trust he can. Work through your fears and find your part. When food controls […]
Continue reading »The Feed-Them Syndrome
They mean to be kind, the hosts who accept the role of furnishing treats for all who come. They back off when told it’s not on the food plan but a week gone by they’re offering treats once more.
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