A Solemn Appeal - James White

"As to suppers, I recommend none at all. A full
stomach induces dreams, or the exercise, in sleep,
of those organs most liable to spontaneous action,
which in this case is Amativeness, which produces
libidinous dreams, with accompanying night
emissions, which weaken and disease equally with
indulgence. No supper at all, also allows the dinner
to become fully digested, which facilitates sound
sleep--nature's great restorative. Never fear
starvation. We all eat twice too much. The gluttony
of our nation is one great cause of its sensuality,
which fasting will of course tend to obviate. Try to
experiment. A friend thus afflicted has found great
relief therefrom. Above all things
Keep doing
" 'An idle brain is Satan's workshop,' in this
respect preeminently. Keep your mind employed,
and lewd feelings can find no entrance; but,
unoccupied, they come unbidden, and renew
former associations and habits.
"But be very careful not to over-do--especially,
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