Bad Relationships End in Cravings

My friend and I are continuing to work through Ed Welch’s addictions curriculum, “Crossroads”. It is definitely worth the read, especially if you appreciated his book, “Addictions: A Banquet at the Grave”, if you struggle with an addiction, and/or if you know and love someone who struggles with an addiction.

Today’s lesson included two quotes (one in the facilitator’s guide and the other in the basic material) that I wanted to share with you:

“Are you frustrated with someone? Don’t bury it. Someday it will come out as a craving for your addiction.”

“Bad relationships left to stew and ferment end in cravings.”

Isn’t that SO true?

Even if you don’t think of yourself as an “addict,” can’t you relate to those statements?

Someone hurts us, and so we …

– turn on the television
 – go shopping
– indulge a little too much in (food, s*x, exercise, sleep)

We stuff it down and run away (even if we’re physically present). But one day, it IS going to erupt. Our hurts, frustrations, and resentments WILL show themselves in our cravings.

Oh! How I am praying for FAITH and an obedient heart to overlook, have a (gracious, forbearing) thick skin, and (when necessary), FORGIVE.

Blessings on your Thursday! I’m going to start laundry and packing now …

Yours,
Tara B.