DETOXING THE SYSTEM--FOCUSING ON CURE INSTEAD OF SYMPTOMS

DETOXING THE SYSTEM—FOCUSING ON CURE INSTEAD OF SYMPTOMS

The problem with many addictions and unhealthy lifestyles is that too often we become so preoccupied with the problem that we lose perspective on the solution. The body is frequently cheated of nutritional and exercise necessities which then leads to unhealthy cravings and contributes to further bodily dysfunction. By focusing on ways in which we are able to contribute to our health rather than continuing in an unhealthy lifestyle, we will make changes in our diet and exercise programs and in our entire mental and social attitudes which will support our goals. If you are one of the many in society who feel powerless to meaningfully change the negatives which directly or indirectly contribute to your addictions, what is needed is a methodical transformation of your customary routine.

The next time you are participating in an unhealthy lifestyle, or reaching for alcohol, nicotine, or any other addictive drug, try eating and drinking some of the many nutritionally-helpful foods which will repair damage done to your system. You will be rewarded with actual improvements in your health, which will lead to further progress in your physical and emotional health. It was a step-by-step process which led to your addiction, and it is step-by-step development that will lead you to good health. It is these small changes in habit that will add up to the winning lifestyle you are seeking.

The world is also full of solutions, just as it has been full of problems, when we are willing to seek help. You know that your attitude affects your health, but did you know that your health affects your attitude? When you make those one-step-at-a-time changes in your lifestyle, you will be amazed at the improvement in your whole outlook on life. There are many who will help you attain your goals when they see that you are willing to make the changes that lead to good health. I recommend seeking those who are already well-on-their-way to a healthy lifestyle, such as nutrition and health spa instructors and mentors, life coaches, and workout partners who will be patient with your development.

As you know, negativity is all around us, and can easily lead to self-doubt and attempts to sabotage all of our efforts to improve. Usually the negativity focuses on large, impossible tasks such as trying to change the past, instant transformations, impossible expectations, and other large and difficult solutions. In order to reclaim your progress and stay focused on the goals which lie ahead, you must always do the little, methodical things which lead to good health, by asking yourself, “What can I do today to help myself to get healthy?” Then simply do those daily diet and exercise routines which support a healthy lifestyle.

Accept the challenge to transform your life by taking the small steps that are needed to bring about this change. Start making the small daily changes which lead to good health, and stop worrying about all the other stuff which has kept you a prisoner of your own self-doubt. You will discover that many of your problems are smaller than they were before and that you are no longer bothered by their solution. Just live your life and be grateful for that day’s accomplishments. I and many others send our best wishes!

Mark Overt Skilbred