tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16517751.post126092442782011190..comments2023-05-24T10:37:44.013-04:00Comments on Dispatches from the Northern Outpost: The Courage to Change the Things I CanShieldmaiden96http://www.blogger.com/profile/04673938377819957295noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16517751.post-57124023556914143672013-11-20T11:48:27.497-05:002013-11-20T11:48:27.497-05:00I'm a huge fan of the way writing can help us ...I'm a huge fan of the way writing can help us vent and then shape our anger (into something more productive). Sometimes, if I don't write about what's in my craw, I can't let go of it. Once I put it into words, most of the intensity drains off.<br /><br />What you're angry about here and grappling with as a lifelong issue, well, you're more than right to be angry. The temptation is everywhere, so coming to acceptance that you have to run a constant defensive game is exhausting. If you're already exhausted by the process of making other good choices, this would be the thing to tip you over the edge.<br /><br />Thank you for putting words to what many people experience.Jocelynhttp://omightycrisis.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16517751.post-62964331677568242842013-11-17T13:41:23.395-05:002013-11-17T13:41:23.395-05:00"I am realizing that, for me, there is no ..."I am realizing that, for me, there is no 'treat yourself', there is no 'once in a while' with some things. And that has to be okay. Because the only way to stop negotiations with that internal liar, that endless compromise, is to call it out, call it what it is no matter how foolish and humiliating it might be, and deal with it accordingly. The courage to change the things I can. Not just most of the time', but all the time."<br /><br />Oh, Kim! <br /><br />First of all - this is one of the best posts I've ever read, ever. EVER. <br /><br />And also - I am REALLY impressed with your dedication and determination to stop the cycle of "treating yourself" with things that are unhealthy for you. IT'S NOT EASY. But you are such an inspiration! Keep on keeping on, woman!!!meleah rebeccahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08116656129112106780noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16517751.post-10296210299131702582013-11-15T15:44:45.871-05:002013-11-15T15:44:45.871-05:00I remember about 20 years ago when I quit smoking,...I remember about 20 years ago when I quit smoking, it took two times, because I thought, owe, I will smoke only when I have a drink and I rarely go out and have a drink,well, it took one night out having a couple drinks and bam, I was back to smoking, so the second time I quit smoking, I knew never to light up one for anything or it would lead to full-fledge smoking and now I have been a non-smoker for about 20 years. I totally understand your struggle. Good Luck, and I am wishing you success!!Lucyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05411128609055408346noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16517751.post-6383891035980284992013-11-15T06:28:58.904-05:002013-11-15T06:28:58.904-05:00One of the most amazing posts I've read. I ha...One of the most amazing posts I've read. I have no doubt about your eventual success.Sandiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11802962504752307751noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16517751.post-84994582330790502992013-11-14T21:06:12.876-05:002013-11-14T21:06:12.876-05:00What a powerful, raw, honest piece of writing, Kim...What a powerful, raw, honest piece of writing, Kim. You've grasped the truism that the personal is universal and I admire your willingness to share this demon that you're dealing in such a forthright, eloquent manner. As they say, "one day at a time." Or one hour, or one moment. Each is a little triumph to build upon. injaynesworldhttp://injaynesworld.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16517751.post-36677650333478885642013-11-14T19:56:33.632-05:002013-11-14T19:56:33.632-05:00Kim, I was totally addicted to Diet Coke. I drank...Kim, I was totally addicted to Diet Coke. I drank 4 or 5 per day. I had to get off of them and I switched to water. Oddly, water squished my craving for Diet Coke. (I still have one or two a week, but I stayed away for about 5 or 6 months and never regained my old lust for the stuff.<br /><br />By the way, you look amazing! I know it ain't easy, girl, but it's worth it.Linda Medranohttp://thegoodthebadtheworse.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16517751.post-74729840262556454392013-11-14T19:45:23.345-05:002013-11-14T19:45:23.345-05:00Holy cow Kimberly.....are you living in my head? ...Holy cow Kimberly.....are you living in my head? I am struggling right now - did the W30 thingy, was pleased. Now it's like I'm in another world or on another planet....Still no wheat - I just can't and won't, but why can't I do the same thing with the other stuff.........Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13054337575352441296noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16517751.post-14900247212388499202013-11-14T19:38:50.475-05:002013-11-14T19:38:50.475-05:00Yup, you describe addiction pretty well. I'm a...Yup, you describe addiction pretty well. I'm addicted to an array of substances and processes -- even people, at times. Sugar and food are currently problems for me, especially when I tell myself, Well, I can't have what I REALLY want, so I get to eat donuts 2 out of 3 meals a day.<br /><br />I'm sorry you're going through this. The Serenity Prayer, simple tho it may sound, isn't always easy to master. It's taken me quite a while to understand the concept of acceptance, and I still struggle with it, but it's made my life a lot easier. I wish the same for you.Julia D.http://www.gratefuladdict.comnoreply@blogger.com