Compulsive Behaviors Defined

Compulsive behaviors (addictions), are behaviors that stem from a powerful, difficult to resist, inner urge.   Compulsive behaviors separate the person from the emotions, and they usually provide some sort of "numbing" and form of escape.  However over time the compulsive behavior becomes such a strong need that it begins to control the person.  After the numbing has worn off, the pain, guilt, feelings of unworthiness, etc. become even more intense.  It is a spiraling, destructive cycle.

Some of the behaviors that are generally included are: smoking, eating disorders such as excessive overeating, anorexia (severely restricting food intake), bulimia (binging and purging), drinking, shopping, taking drugs, overworking, gambling, pornography, and unhealthy relationships.  Any activity has the potential to become compulsive, and there is no compulsive behavior that is restricted to just men, or just women. 

Most people possess a normal desire to live with the least amount of pain, and the greatest amount of pleasure possible.  However some people are more prone to compulsive behaviors.  Some of that has to do with inner body chemistry, some with inherited tendencies, and a huge amount has to do with the relationships within the family from childhood on.  A child who through various and ongoing childhood experiences learned that people are not to be trusted will often have low self esteem, and will often have difficulty in developing healthful relationships with others.

Freedom! O Daughter Of Zion offers a solution to compulsive behaviors through:

~ A weekly workshop based solidly on biblical truths.
~ A supportive, caring, and confidential environment.
~ An opportunity to examine the roots of your own compulsive and codependent behavior patterns.
~ A safe place to recover from the effects and causes of compulsive and codependent behaviors. 

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