Do you have an addictive personality?

Are you among the countless individuals who turn to food or alcohol for comfort during moments of stress, boredom, or emotional upheaval?

Do you indulge in late night snacking, binge eating, sneaky drinking or a sense of helplessness around certain foods or alcohol?

You're not alone. Many have this unhelpful habit and feel stuck in a cycle from which escape seems impossible, questioning if their very nature is to blame.

But what if I shared that the notion of an ‘addictive personality’ might not be as definitive as it appears? Contrary to popular belief, mounting evidence suggests that our life experiences, surroundings, and coping mechanisms have far greater influence over our relationship with food or alcohol than any inherent character trait.

According to Mark Griffiths, a respected authority on behavioural addiction, the concept of the ‘addictive personality’ is not true. Each person's bond with food, alcohol - or any other substance - is shaped by many factors.

Rather than labelling yourself as having an ‘addictive personality’, it's more helpful to acknowledge the impact of environmental factors such as not having good coping mechanisms, being under stress, lack of routines, and unmet needs.

So, what does this mean for those you if you are struggling with emotional or comfort eating, bingeing, late-night cravings or excessive drinking? It means you can reclaim your power over your life and understand that you’re not confined by a predetermined personality type.

Instead of thinking you have an ‘addictive personality’, embrace the idea that you possess the power to change your relationship with yourself and therefore with food or alcohol. Seek support and employ strategies to navigate through this challenge.

Remember, you are not defined by your struggles. You are a resilient, compassionate individual capable of reshaping your self relationship and regaining command over your habits.

Drop the constraints of the ‘addictive personality’ myth and empower yourself to foster healthier, more nurturing connections with food or alcohol and yourself.

If you would like to know more then why not message me to set up a call to discuss how I can help you to free yourself from your unhelpful, limiting habit. So that you can craft the life, relationships and career you really want.

Until next time,

Take care of yourself,

Hazel