If you’re struggling with your health or find yourself lacking time, energy, or money, there’s a good chance you’re dealing with an addiction. If these resources are unmanaged or you have a poor relationship with them, I guarantee you, you are addicted to something. Your time, energy, money, and health are four resources you should be guarding with your life. Addictions are robbing us blind, and I’m not just talking about the usual vices.
It could be TV, video games, alcohol, drugs, social media, food, gambling, money chasing, hood rat sh*t, women, men, porn, or just sex in general. The truth is, addictions come in many forms. If you are caught in a cycle of addiction, you’re setting yourself up for a life of misery.
The Importance of Managing Your Resources
When you are addicted to something, you are mismanaging your most valuable assets: your time, energy, money, and health. These are the resources that fuel your life. If you are wasting them on habits or behaviors that serve no real purpose, you’re essentially squandering your potential. To make a positive change, you must recognize where you’re pouring these resources and how it’s impacting your well-being.
One of the books that helped me break many of my vices and addictions was Atomic Habits. It opened my eyes to the fact that certain habits lead us to feel like we need to do something else—something that detracts from our growth. For example, there were times when I would get the urge to grab some chicken wings, an alcoholic beverage, and spend hours playing video games. It became a habit, and it was robbing me of my time, money, energy, and health. I was sitting on my couch, putting bad things in my body, misusing my time, and ultimately wasting my life.
But when I started paying attention to these small habits and began making better decisions, things changed. I became more intentional about my resources and made the decision to prioritize them in a way that aligned with my goals. I stopped falling into the trap of addiction and started replacing those unhealthy habits with healthier alternatives.
Addiction vs. Healthy Habits
At the core of this issue is the understanding that addiction is just a bad habit. And while a habit can be neutral or even good, addiction hijacks your mind. It makes you feel like you need it. You sit around, get bored, and before you know it, you’re drinking, smoking, or engaging in unhealthy behaviors. You look for emotional or environmental cues to prompt you into these destructive actions.
For instance, you might be sitting there, feeling bored, and suddenly you have the urge to watch porn. At its base, every addiction stems from a deeper issue—something that is difficult to resist but is ultimately harmful.
Spirituality and Overcoming Addiction
Now, here’s where things get a little deeper. At the base of every addiction is a demon. I’m talking literal demons as well as the metaphorical forces that take control of your life and draw you away from your true purpose. Every time you give in to the demands of your flesh—whether it’s seeking pleasure, avoiding discomfort, or indulging in harmful habits—you are stepping away from what you were meant to be. You’re called to live according to your spirit, not your flesh.
For me, I’m a Christian, and Jesus is my spiritual leader. He calls me to avoid things like fornication, addiction to alcohol or substances, and wasting time. I find guidance in Scripture that helps me stay aligned with the principles I hold dear. When you are spiritually anchored, it becomes easier to identify and resist the cues that tempt you to fall into addiction. Whether it’s the desire to drink, play video games, or watch porn, these are all distractions from a higher purpose.
The Path to Breaking Free
It’s important to acknowledge that not all of these activities are inherently bad—they can have a time and place. But for those who engage in them habitually because their flesh is demanding it, these are addictions, and they’re misusing valuable resources. So, if you find yourself trapped in addiction, it’s time to break free and start managing your resources more effectively. It’s time to level up.
Start by recognizing the cues that lead to addictive behaviors. Identify the triggers in your environment, the moments when you feel bored or stressed, and replace them with positive actions. Instead of turning to alcohol, try exercising. Instead of playing video games for hours, pick up a book or spend time with loved ones. These small changes, compounded over time, can help you reclaim your time, energy, money, and health.
Conclusion: A Better Life Awaits
If you’re addicted to something, take it as a sign that you need to change. It’s not about demonizing certain activities, but rather about taking control of your life and making decisions that lead to growth. Start paying attention to your resources and how you’re using them. Make intentional choices that align with your values and purpose. And remember, breaking free from addiction starts with one decision to change.
If you want a better life, it’s time to tap in and level up. Let’s go!
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