The collective consciousness right now has a lot fear.  Every day you hear of people losing their jobs, homes,  stuff... everything that represents safety and security in our culture. 

While you may or may not be directly affected by this current turmoil, you can still get caught up in it in a subconscious way.

One way we do this is by eating, drinking, smoking... over-consuming more than usual.  I'm hearing less and less people say they REALLY want to stop.  Actually, I see more people carrying on more openly than usual and making excuses for it.

What's the going on?

I wrote about this a few months ago here.

It's not all in your mind.  It's in your body too!

The mind-body collaboration becomes very obvious during times like this... high stress, fear, and uncertainty.   It's a great opportunity to tune in quietly and ask "why am I harming my body right now".   If you're truly tuned in, you will get an answer in the form of an image, a movie or a feeling.  If not, you can learn more here.

For me... I feel a greater need to stay grounded and focused on my goals.  There's an energy that wants to pull to me to dark side... just means I have to work a little harder on my daily practice.

What are you doing right now to cope with these changing times?    Are you seeking treatment for your eating disorder, or current addiction? If not, why? 

If you are seeking treatment, I'd love to hear about too!  I know how hard it is to make that move, especially during times like this.