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BR-JOH

Are we all addicts?

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Types of Addiction

• Caffeine

• Drugs

• Alcohol

• Smoking

• Gambling

• Chocolate

• Internet

• Exercise

• Junk food

• Work

• Shopping

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What is Addiction?

The Oxford English Dictionary definition of addiction is the condition of being addicted to a particular substance, thing or activity.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cnybVySt4As 

Smoking

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Junk Food Addiction

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dyvfSmB0YOQ

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Mmm Popcorn!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AvDvTnTGjgQ

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Are you addicted to the internet?

1. Did you check your emails, work on the computer or use the mobile phone before coming to school this morning?

2. How often do you check your email in a day?

3. How much time do you spend connecting with friends on Facebook?

4. Do you use your mobile phone when you are walking?

5. On average, how many hours a day do you spend on the computer screen?

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The Challenge!

Switch off all electronic technology for a few hours, a day or even a weekend.

You might even need to hide your laptop, or ask someone else to hide it for you!

Can you do it? I bet you’ll find it harder than you think!

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Time for ReflectionSpend a few minutes slowing down and reconnecting with your senses.

Close your eyes and bow your heads.Take a few deep breaths. What can you hear? What can you smell? How has your awareness been heightened? How do you feel?

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Branwen House PrayerTo honour yourself is important.

To honour your peer is essential.

Tolerate those around you.

Respect those who support you and guide you

through your journey of self-discovery.

Believe in yourself and you will succeed.

May your faith support you.