I have had a few e-mails of people telling me that they are also struggling with food addiction. This is really a very common thing that many women (& men) are just too embarrassed to talk about. It is difficult to talk about. In a way it's a little humiliating confessing to any addiction. To publicly confess that something has control and power over us makes us feel weak and vulnerable. You know? But there is power in talking about our struggles. And when we feel weak, it gives God the opportunity to be strong in our lives and it also gives us the opportunity to glean from other peoples' experiences.
I know that I am going to have complete freedom over this - I just know it. I also know that I won't be perfect - that I will probably stumble along the way. But that is okay. My mind is being renewed and I can feel God transforming it. I don't want to ever forget what God is doing right now.
My desire is for you to get freedom in this area as well. If you aren't ready to talk about your struggle with food, that is okay. But for those of you who would like to share but would rather people not know who you are, there is always the option to comment anonymously.
Love,
Tracy
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Tracey,
You are such an inspiration. I know that there will be many who will be inspired by your journey!
I'm glad that you are helping people by doing this Tracy.
Here are some facts and sayings:
80% of being in shape has to do with eating right.
Everything in proportion.
Think healthy - eat healthy - be healthy, exercise, rest and laugh.
Respect God.
Respect others.
Respect yourself.
Nike has it right when it comes to motivation - JUST DO IT.
Life is too short to get angry.
never give in, never give in, never, never, never, never-in nothing, great or small, large or petty - never give in except to convictions of honour and good sense. Never yield to force; never yield to the apparently overwhelming might of the enemy.
W. Churchill
You will be set free Tracy. If Jesus can set me free from food bondage than He can set anyone free. That hell almost killed me and robbed me of so much life. But what the enemy intended for harm God will use for good! So you go girl! Jesus has the Victory and He has given it to us because that is how much He Loves us. That is how precious we are to Him! Wow, I am amazed at His Love for us!
Hey Tracy,
Just wanted to let you know that the reality/honesty that comes through in your writing is truly uplifting. It's also showed me how much we have in common. Look forward to sharing thoughts/feelings/struggles with you between our blogs:)
Thanks Laura!
xox
Aerie,
I love that W.Churchill quote!
You're my best friend.
xo
Donna,
I'd love to hear your story sometime.
Thanks for your uplifting words.
Love,
Tracy
Pam;
When I saw Pamela May... I thought, who is that? I'm so happy that you commented! That's so nice that you've started a blog! I'll be reading!!!
Talk to you soon!
Love,
Tracy
P.S: Auntie Fran sent us a photo of Victoria - she is so, so adorable. She's growing up so quickly!
Trac, I love what you are doing here. You are letting people know that they are not alone. That is so important....thank you!
Tracy,
I know I know...it's been awhile. I can't believe that I am back on reading the blogs and the first one I read is yours...it's exactly what I am dealing with. I was just talking to a friend about it yesterday who is going through the same thing. Thank you for your honesty! I am believing that God can set all of us free from food addiction. You're awesome!!!
Love,
Carrie
Hi Tracy,
It's not that I haven't been reading your blog! I just never thought to comment. Your insights and reports on the family keep me in the loop and I love to see the boys growing up so wonderfully. I'm glad you connected with Pam as she is home quite a bit right now. Keep up the good(God's)work.
Love Auntie Fran
I was afraid to NOT leave a comment :)
I too have to agree with you on the the whole food addiction thing. Since I had Zaiah 4 months ago, I have not been able to get back on track with my eating like I was before I was pregnant. I did'nt even over eat while I was pregnant (maybe a little at the end :) But my addiction is chocolate. Now I know most wommen will also say that chocolate is their passion/addiction, but i've realized in the last few weeks that physically I am really addicted to it. I HAVE TO HAVE IT!
(So thankful I don't smoke). So now i'm trying to write down everything I eat this week so that I have to be accountable. It's worked so far. Jen's baby shower was not good for that. Anyway, thought i'd share.
See you sunday!
Sarah... it really does make a difference to know that we're not alone, eh.
xo
Hi Carrie!
I've missed you a lot. I believe that God will set each of us free in this area. Are there any women out there who do not or have never struggled with this? I also wonder if this is more common in women than in men. I know that some men struggle with this, but they deal with it so differently. I'm not really sure.
Trace xo
Auntie Fran!
Rose was telling me that you and Auntie Sue were reading my blog. I was just kidding around about the comments - you don't have to comment :) (but I did love your comment)
I hope we will be able to make a trip to North Bay this summer to visit.
We love and miss you all!
Heather;
Thanks for sharing :)
Yes, it's really hard to attend showers, banquets and places where there is a lot of food. It's great that you're writing down everything that you're eating. We don't realize how much we actually eat... all those picks and nibbles add up, don't they.
I realized this week actually that I most often overeat when my emotions are out of control; the two are intimately connected. I never really made the connection before... but this week I saw it happening right before my eyes.
You'll conquer this, Heather.
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