Addictions & Habits

Chronic Addictions

Chronic addictions are harmful and dangerous.  If you can’t actually walk away from something, then it’s time to find help.  Let professionals or support groups with proven track records help you gain control.  If you are telling yourself that you must have something (normally in excess) other than the basics to survive, then it’s time to realize that you have a problem that needs attention.

We have not singled out any of the normally addictive items or behaviors because the emotional crutch of addiction is very similar no matter where it is used.  We live in a world where we are told that all of our shortcomings can be easily overcome if we will only buy and use a particular substance or align with a particular group.  Peer pressure would have us believe that if we refuse to smoke, drink, do drugs, or over indulge elsewhere that we are immature and weak.  The addicted gamblers will tells us that it would only take one lucky hit to erase all of their problems, and that they know they are overdue now.  How many addicted gamblers do you know that don’t put all of their winnings back into the game.

We are not here to criticize normal indulgence or game playing for entertainment.  We are referring to victims of their addictions—the people who knew that they would able to handle the activities without giving into the down sides. 

When You Are Ready for Self Help

It is obvious to say that the stronger you become in your self-image, the more resistant you will be to addictive behavior.  Now think about the last statement.  If you will not assume the permanence of your perceived limitations, then you can be available for personal growth that will improve your self-image and personal abilities.  Instead of looking at yourself to acknowledge your weaknesses, search for and implement the easiest opportunities for self-improvement.  Then raise the bar on difficulty a little and continue your search and improve routine.  You can expect serious moments of doubt, but take those moments as proof that you are disturbing the old status quo, and know that is a good sign.

E-Book Courses at www.mind-growth.com

With our e-book courses, we provide insight and skills to make the enabling and building of personal strength and independence much more effective.  With more effectiveness, you can expect considerably better progress and resultant personal power and life quality.

For e-book course information and pricing, click on the Information button on the left side of this page.