Not under the tyranny of food

Amazing things are happening as I surrender. Asking for God's help in overcoming food addiction is resulting in far more than I ever could have imagined. My prayer was to simply come out of the bondage I have been in for so many years, and to live a healthier life as a result.

I'm praying daily - sometimes numerous times each day - for God to help me love my body, to guide me closer to him, and to help me surrender it all to him. Inititally what I began to see was all directly related to food/eating and my desire for increased activity.

Now, however, I'm starting to see a wonderful side-effect! When I surrender and food loses its power over me, other areas of my life seem easier and more real and more enjoyable. I realized this today when I decided to start tidying up the house. Normally I would quickly tire (physically) and get discouraged with "so much to do". Today it was so different - I did not feel overwhelmed by what needed to be done, I didn't get tired physically, and I felt no discouragement whatsoever! AND I had no desire to overeat or to mindlessly eat - I stayed on track food wise the entire day (normally housework leads me to "graze" continually).

I love this feeling of victory and the surprise added benefits. Isn't that just like God? Giving us far more than we ask when we pray. I am in awe of him. And I give him all the glory for everything happening to me!

Onward!