Addiction

Addiction is an inability to stop a repeated and compulsive use of an activity, behavior, or substance in spite of negative consequences.

Addiction becomes apparent when a person doesn't acknowledge the negative consequences, explains it away, or acknowledges it and yet is unable to stop.

The hallmark of all addictions is that the person has lost control and is experiencing negative consequences as a result.
(Cloud & Townsend, God Will Make A Way, p. 220-1)
14 April 2014

Peace Of Mind

When something robs you of your peace of mind, ask yourself if it is worth the energy you are expending on it. If not, then put it out of your mind in an act of discipline. Every time the thought of it returns, refuse it.
(Kay Arthur in 100 Days Of Prayer For Women)
13 April 2014

Unhappiness

I have discovered that all the unhappiness of men arises from one single fact, that they cannot stay quietly in their own chamber.

(Blaise Pascal in Excuses Begone! by Dr. Wayne W. Dyer, p. 246)
12 April 2014

Choices

No matter how many books you read, no matter how many schools you attend, you're never really wise until you start making wise choices.
(100 Days Of Prayer For Women, p. 241)
11 April 2014

Be Content

Melva's quilt backing - photo by Mr. Dickie

Be content with little; be happy with what is simple; and do not grumble if things seem to take a different turn from what you expected.
(Thomas 'a Kempis, The Imitation Of Christ, Book 3, Chapter 11)
10 April 2014

Take Your Medicine

The best antidote I know for worry is work.
The best medicine for despair is service.
The best cure for weariness is the challenge of helping someone who is even more tired.
(Gordon B. Hinckley, Stand A Little Taller, 1 April)
9 April 2014

There's A Problem

[When other people tell you about their problems, remember:]

1. It's not your issue.
2. Don't get stuck in other people's stuff.
3. When people get tired of suffering and struggling they stop.

(Iyanla Vanzant, Faith In The Valley, p. 157)
8 April 2014