Last week was cram packed with stress.  I spent my time running in circles, on fumes, trying to accomplish things that should have been done weeks ago. There was not one trigger; just overall exhaustion and stress. As a result, I ate too much.

It started with one meal where I continued to eat, even after I was full.  This began my downward spiral.  I ate more than I should have for several days. During my Bible reading on Friday, I realized I was slipping and prayed to God to help me.  I did great during the day, but came home and started snacking. I quit grazing when I realized it was almost dinner time.  Then, I waited until mealtime and stopped eating as soon I felt full.  This is progress.  God helped me to see I was slipping and gave me strength to stop.

If I overeat, I go down this slippery  path. During the weeks I was sick, my quiet time suffered.  It was hard to focus when I feel miserable and was overwhelmed with my “to do” list.  This week I felt better, but focused more on this list than God.  This caused me to seek food for comfort instead of God.  Matthew 6:33 is, “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.” (Holy Bible, New Living Translation, 1996, 2004, 2007).  God gives me all the comfort, rest, and relief I need.  When I trust in Him, He fixes the reasons I reach for food.  God relieves stress, exhaustion, and takes away my desire for excess food.