Just a clarification right up front. I like donuts... this isn't a rip on donuts post. Nor ripping on the company that put up the ad. BUT, sometimes there's sneaky messages (especially from advertising and politicians) that you notice when paying attention... Are donuts really a good place to go for handling a bad day and bad emotions?
In the Eternal Warriors class you learn about the build up of negative feelings and how that leaves you susceptible to temptations to alleviate the pain. When you've had a bad day, do you turn to things that are contrary to your values (I value a healthy diet, but I FEEL like eating a whole package of oreos)? Do you turn to short term fixes, that leave you feeling more empty after (dopamine)? This donut could be replaced with drugs, video games, porn, sugar... or my favorite. Mountain Dew :)
Watch for messages encouraging you to listen with your limbic ears, rather than your prefrontal lobe.
:)
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