What is Enough?

There is something in addiction that brings up the theme of 'Enough'.  What is enough as regards your food intake, or alcohol consumption? Why do some consume too much, buy too much, smoke too much or smoke at all?

It is to fill in a gap - an emotional gap. A gap we think that another bite of cake when already full will fill. A gap that we think another pair of shoes will fill. A gap that we think another item or gadget will fill. A gap that we think the next glass of wine will fill. Only to discover they do not fill that emotional gap.

So how have some folk been able to live in moderation not deprivation?

How do some folk live perfectly contented lives with very few material possessions and no addictions?

The answer is -  they have learned to fill the emotional gaps.

The key to contentment has always been in the resolving of emotional issues and the following of your hearts desire, to the best of your ability, as much as creativity, finances, resources etc allow.

'Out of no way, a way shall be made' Michael Bernard Beckwith has said, and it is true. 'Boldness has genius power and magic in it.' Gothe I think is the one who said this amazing truth. So when we go forward in life, actively employing the methods we know to help us process our emotional stuff, we are free to be free from the plague of 'There is never enough' - And that sentiment or belief truly is a plague, perhaps the most rife and destructive plague ever to hit planet earth. So let's dismantle that belief  of  'never enough' through using methods like The Work of Byron Katie. And let us move freely into the wonderful adventure of contentment and a full cup both figuratively and practically speaking. A life free from addiction to anything is possible. A life free from food when full is my speciality and what I teach people in my one to one Skype session £30 for one hour session - So if you are interested in furthering your journey into being free from excess weight or any addiction you can contact me on sofia2227@gmail.com or sofia@trueslimness.co.uk Sessions payable via paypal.

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