Tuesday, July 7, 2009

Finding A Way Out Of Alcohol Addiction

By Ed Philips

Understanding what alcohol is and how it affects us mentally, physically and spiritually is the essential first step to becoming cured of this disease. I believe it is essential to have a belief in something greater than yourself and that is why I bring spirituality into it. I have learned that if you don?t have a spiritual side you will most likely not understand about the necessity of relying on someone or something that has a greater power over us than the power of alcohol.

Typically alcohol used in connection with a variety of other activies such as gambling, drugs or smoking and the one thing that all these have in common is that they are all addictive. When we become addicted, especially to drugs or alcohol, we fail to recognize how the substance is destroying our life because we are in the middle of the destruction with our eyes closed.

Since I recognize that not everyone is spiritual I will try to present my point of view from a purely intellectual point. Everyone has an inner voice that guides us in our decision making process and it is up to us to listen to the voices that guide us to the right decisions; there is no doubt in my mind that if you believe in something greater than yourself you are a step closer to getting rid of the addictions that are in your life.

If you desire to quit there are a variety of support groups available, both religious and non, that can help you through the difficult times ahead. If you have found a support group already then I congratulate you on making the right decision and hope you find the comfort and support that you desire.

If you have an alcohol addiction and you need help, then I am willing to listen and to help you too, as well as a whole network of other people who previously had an alcohol addiction. Believe in yourself and if you can believe in a superior force, even better. Don't be afraid to come out of the shadows, but if you want to tackle this matter without other people finding out that you have an alcohol addiction, then please cunt on me, Ed Philips to guide you on to the path of understanding alcohol and how you can stop drinking alcohol today.

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