Food, drugs, alcohol are not the problem, they are the solution to something deeper.
Food, gambling, shopping, scrolling, drugs, disconnecting and alcohol are often seen as the source of many issues, but in reality, they can be the solution to underlying problems.
Many individuals often find themselves seeking solace in these substances as a means to disconnect from reality, avoid facing their problems, and find temporary relief from the overwhelming emotions such as stress, anxiety, and other inner struggles they may be experiencing.
These things offer a quick and easy escape, providing a brief sense of euphoria that helps them momentarily forget about their troubles. Unfortunately, relying on these substances as a coping mechanism can lead to a cycle of dependency and further exacerbate the underlying issues that are causing distress. Our brain will pull us towards anything that feels good and familiar. And our "mind" will fight us in changing anything that brings a good feeling and provides comfort.
When we find ourselves in a state of being lost, confused, and misunderstanding the root of our emotions, where they come from coupled with the presence of trauma, pain, agony, and misery, it often leads us to seek out unhealthy coping mechanisms as a quick fix or temporary solution.
These coping mechanisms may appear to provide a sense of relief or escape from our internal struggles, that's a slippery slope, in reality, they only serve to further perpetuate our suffering.
By understanding the deeper issues at play, how to have a healthy relationship with yourself, life and deeply understand the nature of how your feelings generate and how to fuel the ones that empower you, you can work towards finding healthier and more sustainable solutions.