Luke 21:34-36
“But take heed to yourselves lest your hearts be weighed down with dissipation and drunkenness and cares of this life, and that day come upon you suddenly like a snare; for it will come upon all who dwell upon the face of the whole earth. But watch at all times, praying that you may have strength to escape all these things that will take place, and to stand before the Son of man.”
Homily:
In your routine lies cues to where you are as an individual.
If any external substance helps you feel energized to face a new day, or feel calm enough to sleep at night, then it is wise to explore the source of your dissonance.
It is easier not to start a limiting behaviour than to stop it. When things get tough, ignore what needs to be marketed with colours. Close your eyes, see the many shades of grey, and pray.
Even without words, you can pray, and reconnect with what can neither be bought nor sold, yet is enduring.