Prayer For Dieters

Holy Spirit, I seek to shed excess weight, yet I find myself continually indulging in food. Grant me insight into my actions. Why do I turn to food even when my body is not signaling hunger? What needs am I endeavoring to fulfill? Is it affection I crave? A yearning to feel nourished and empowered? Am I mistaking feelings of inadequacy and fragility for true hunger? Do I engage in binge eating to mask my frustrations? Please, Holy Spirit, grant me the inner tranquility I require to truly understand myself. Assist me in saying "no" to my impulses, to master my desires for food, and to cultivate self-discipline. Help me realize that my "no" is an affirmation of the person you invite me to become. Empower me to choose "no" for my own wants and "yes" to You.Amen.