From: Madalena Muñoz - NUTRICIONISTA [mailto:nutricionista@madalenamunoz.com]
Sent: sexta-feira, 25 de Julho de 2008 11:43
Subject: spiritual issues

"In recovery, we learn what we truly want and what is only a symbol of our desires. Do we truly want to use our energies pursuing success, or are we seeking approval from others? Do we truly want money so much, or are we attempting to escape the basically insecure nature of life? Do we truly enjoy the pleasure of food so much, or are we in search of comfort for our emotions?

Our desires, our wants, and our anxieties are spiritual issues. What at first we think we want may only hide deeper, more vulnerable, and painful feelings. When we admit the deeper fears and desires, we move closer to the spiritual truths of our lives. We can search for acceptance within ourselves and from God. We can learn to have spiritual peace in an insecure world. We can learn to accept the love of others even though we know we're not perfect.

Today, I will ask myself what I want and listen with courage to my answer. It will lead me in my spiritual progress."

Bjs,

Madalena Muñoz
Nutricionista

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RESPOSTA DA KATHERINE (Ela saber ler em Português, caso queira comentar):

I don´t really enjoy food so much. I eat to hide my emotions but the result is worse: instead of facing my emotions I eat and then feel sick.......

But I am determined to face this problem because I want to learn to live again a simple and a normal life.......

I confess the last few days have been easier and peaceful for me. I think that´s because I started to laugh at myself.....I haven´t eaten so much food (cookies, ice creams, chocolates, etc) as I used to.....I only ate a "corneto de morango" when I told you..... But for the first time of my life I was able to eat the ice cream without regret or feeling guilty.... But I am perfectly aware that I need support to go on........because I am very vulnerable to food......if today I feel good, tomorrow can be a bad day......but one day at a time......and I am not supposed to be thinking negatively........

I wish I could keep on feeling calmer, without eating disorders, facing life like anyone else....

But I am not in a hurry..... I´ve learned that this will take time and patience.......

So you can keep on sending me positive messages…

big kiss

Katherine