Instead of the voices “in your head” making you crazy And driving you to do things you shouldn’t and / or don’t want to do Let the voices in your head be YOUR voice of affirmations (statements) And “your” scripture / promise from God for what you want to have or be. Thanking God and… Continue reading Thoughts to Change Your Life
Author: Raised from the Ashes
I'm not an expert, nor do I have a "degree" in the area of addiction - I am simply a Mother and Grandma with a heart for all who battle with any addiction and those whose lives are affected by their loved ones struggle. There is a driving force behind my passion to be a voice for both those caught in the grip of addiction and their family and friends, as their lives and hearts are broken from this evil. May you find hope and peace as we walk through this together with God's help.
Trying to “fill the void”
Eating (for me) and substitute with whatever is your “go to”, is what we are trying to “give” ourselves to fill the void we are feeling in our life emotionally. What is bothering us? or we feel we are missing? We are not feeling loved, safe, appreciated, ______________, there are endless words to put in… Continue reading Trying to “fill the void”
I get tired of “fighting” my weight
I am so tired of “fighting” my weight and my body. It has become a war that is not ok and that I can never “win”. My body can’t and won’t respond to the turmoil of “struggling” with what I’m going to eat, how much and when as a constant ongoing drama. Instead, I know… Continue reading I get tired of “fighting” my weight
Loss Leaves Us Feeling Like We’re in a Fog
I have found myself back into that state of “fighting” my weight and what I am going to eat or not eat. I get so aggravated with myself and hate having a “battle” with myself. It’s hard to remember that kindness and compassion that we would offer to others, must also be given to ourselves.… Continue reading Loss Leaves Us Feeling Like We’re in a Fog
Changes Made Simple
The way to start changing your eating “habits” to healthier choices can be a simple one. First, look at eliminating an unhealthy food one at a time until you are comfortable, the cravings are gone and it has become a habit. Always start with your least favorite food or habit and the easiest to give… Continue reading Changes Made Simple
Looking at What is “Underneath” your Choices & a Way Out of Bad Habits / Addiction
Addiction comes in many forms and the underlying cause may manifest in many different ways. It does not matter as much what we turn to that we “choose” to help us deal with the issues “behind” them, but having the courage to look at what is triggering our choice to “go to something to help… Continue reading Looking at What is “Underneath” your Choices & a Way Out of Bad Habits / Addiction
Controlled by Stress: De-Railed
Stress has risen for everyone and I found that I have been dealing with some depression following some very difficult months. Triggers have been rearing their ugly heads however, I know the signs and am paying attention. I admit I haven’t kept to my “new normal” like I would have liked, but I’m really happy… Continue reading Controlled by Stress: De-Railed
Starting Over – One Day at a Time
It’s been awhile since I’ve posted, though I have several ready to go – I had a snafu where I realized that only a few post were viewable and the many other post could not be seen. That is until my awesome niece helped me by getting online and fixing it. Throughout this past few… Continue reading Starting Over – One Day at a Time
Beginning Again
As we start a new year, there are countless resolutions that we want to make and do. We’ve all decided we want to start a “new” habit and soon we find we are stumbling and as we falter and mess up, we often throw in the towel believing we can’t “accomplish” what we want to.… Continue reading Beginning Again
Preparing for the Holidays
At Christmas, and anytime there are Holidays and “events” that are meant to be “celebrations” and joyous, filled with love and laughter, there are stressors that we all have to maneuver through. Some emotions are good and exciting while others are very stressful and bring fear, anger, loneliness, frustration, reminders of loss and often feelings… Continue reading Preparing for the Holidays
I Can Do This Lifestyle 