Will Power	When God becomes a Drug
	Did anyone watch Dr. Phil yesterday? They were talking about addictions,  sex, pills, food - things that start out small, easily hidden, even socially acceptable - but then get out of hand and start controlling you. Then it becomes destructive, counter-productive and life threatening. The addict protects this addiction to the detriment of loved ones, logic, and most things good. It reminded me of the way most JWs act - especially when put on the spot with an opposer, unbeliever, or out-right apostate. It also reminded me of this list .... "When God Becomes a Drug" by Father Leo Booth The symptoms of religious addiction: Inability to think, doubt, or question information or authority Black-and-white simplistic thinking Shame-based belief that you aren't good enough, or you aren't doing it 'right' Magical thinking that God will fix you Scrupulousity: rigid, obsessive adherence to rules, codes of ethics, or guidelines Uncompromising, judgmental attitudes Compulsive praying, going to church or crusades, quoting scripture Unrealistic financial contributions Believing that sex is dirty-that our bodies and physical pleasures are evil Compulsive overeating or excessive fasting Conflict with science, medicine, and education Progressive detachment from the real world, isolation, breakdown of relationships Psychosomatic illnesses: sleeplessness, back pains, headaches, hypertension Manipulating scripture or texts, feeling chosen, claiming to receive special messages from God Trancelike state or religious high, wearing a glazed happy face Cries for help; mental, emotional, physical breakdown; hospitalization Remind you of anyone? Will
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