We are seeing this played out right before our eyes with a President who cannot fathom giving up his position of power in the world. He was willing to risk everything and everyone for the chance to retain the title of the world’s most powerful leader, the President of the United States. He became blinded by his own obsessions and compulsions, resorting to lies and manipulations to further his delusions. It is both scary and sad to watch this unfold in scenes and with people who we thought could never be corrupted. But they too have become addicted to the positions of power that they hold in our congress. They have forgotten what it means to serve the people and the country.

For most people, it is hard to comprehend that millionaires and especially billionaires could be addicted to money. We might think, but they are already rich, they do not need anymore.

The big book says, “Money, property, and prestige diverts us from our primary purpose.” The struggle for wealth, power, and prestige can tear humanity apart.

What is our primary purpose? To become whole and authentic human beings.

Remember that addiction is not about the substance. It is about how you are living. How healthy are your thoughts and behaviors? Are you trying to fill up a hole within yourself to no avail?