An addiction is not limited to substance abuse. It can be a healthy habit with negative consequences. Some people are addicted to helping people. My mom is one them. She’ll go the extra mile to the extent of exhaustion. That’s when it becomes a detriment.
What’s your drug? Everyone has one, be it eating, sleeping, exercising, shopping, or sex, you’re addicted to something.
No hobby or activity should compromise your health. Let me give you a few examples.
Eating
This one is most obvious. Therefore, I will not elaborate too much. Studies have shown the negative effects of eating too much of the wrong foods and not eating enough of the right foods.
Without research and statistics, your body has shown signs. Don’t ignore them. When your symptoms become conditions, you’ve gone into overdose.
Sleeping
You can’t solve your problems by sleeping. You must face them. If you’re sleeping too much, you’re trying to escape reality.
There’s nothing wrong with taking a long nap after getting bad news. Sometimes it helps to recharge your mind and settle your emotions. But when it becomes your lifestyle, it’s an illness.
You can’t say you’re productive if you’re sleeping all the time or too late every day. Your inventory isn’t going to move itself. You must sell it. Your credit will not repair or rebuild itself. You must work on it. And a job may not come to you. You have to search for one!
Exercising
Some people lose their minds when they can’t make it to that gym. While this might be a healthy addiction, it’s still an addiction. Exercising exudes a kind of peace that can calm the mind, body, and soul. But too much of it can divert your attention from other important matters. While you’re too focused on your body goals, you may be neglecting people you care about, projects you’re supposed to be working on, and etc. You need balance to maintain that banging body.
Shopping
This was once an addiction of mine. I made any excuse to do it. Being a tall girl, shopping can be more painful than joyful, but that surely didn’t stop me. Presently, I have more clothes, shoes, and handbags than closet space.
Sex
Believe it or not, some people are addicted to sex and just can’t get enough. A woman of this category might be called a “nymphomaniac” or “nympho” for short. A male of this nature could be called “satyromaniac”, which is derived from the condition called “satyriasis”. I won’t get into the many names or classifications of one with this addiction, but it could be the reason why you’re not enough🤷🏽♀️. O-k, I think I should move on from this subject. I suddenly hear silent justifications for cheating. Let me get out of your thoughts and on to the next paragraph🏃🏽♀️.
I know I haven’t covered them all, but I believe these are the most common, next to substance abuse. Any behavior you cannot control can become an addiction. Thus, it is important to address the behavior by working towards a remedy for change.
And remember…
“Make sense of what you do, and make every cent count.”
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That’s true, even good habits can have negative effects when solely used as a crutch to escape reality 💯
Agree. The easy way out is not always the wisest. Problems only fester when unaddressed.
My drug is seeking validation and attention. The Universe responded to my thoughts when I received this blog as the need for acceptance is an addictive drug. That of course coming from women.
Your Holiness,
King Todd 👑
Yes, that is definitely an addictive drug, but you do have the power to overcome it 💪🏽
I agree. My addiction is setting goals and not knowing when to give up, stop, or ask for help when in need. This “I got it” attitude be hindering my progress but I be so confident about what I’m trying to accomplish. By the time I finally do ask for help, damage beyond repair has already taken place. Then the person who I finally decide to ask for help always responds, “why you wait so long to ask for help?” I be like, “because I was so confident in what I was attempting to do.” This is my most challenging addiction.
My drive or zeal becomes an addiction when I move forward without asking for help when getting in a jam. Most of the time a person won’t know I need help until they intentionally ask me if I need any help with anything.
Setting incremental, attainable goals and including human resources in your planning can help combat this addiction. Two hands/heads are always better than one. Asking for help is not a sign of weakness, but ignoring such need can contribute to failure. Pace yourself, celebrate small wins, and take a break sometimes. Balance and self care should be added to your goals as well.
You are right often times as women we put soo much time into our loved ones and forget to get some me time.
Self care is important. If you wear yourself out pouring into your loved ones, then you’ll be no good for them or anyone else.
I agree!