Why do you reach for stimulation when it is near? We speak of drinks, foods, and other such things that give you a lift or perhaps provide a distraction. And therein lies the answer. There is so much going round and round in the mind and the body that at times life may feel a bit chaotic. The sudden burst of pleasure and the distraction of outer substances provides instant relief. But so, dear one, does turning within to bask in the stillness between breaths and bites. This is the difference between pleasure and peace. One is fleeting, the other eternal. Enjoy all of it, for this is why you are here at this time in a body, but do find the balance. Thus, you will come to know: You are so very loved.