I'd go on runs [on cocaine ], four and five days without…
“I'd go on runs [on cocaine ], four and five days without sleep. Then I'd crash and sleep about 18 hours a day for seven to ten days. Then it would take a few more weeks to get over a vague sort of depression. Then I'd be off on another run.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Cocaine use leads to a destructive cycle of binge, crash, and depression
In simple terms: Drug binge creates a harmful crash and lingering low mood
Avoid substance cycles to protect mental health
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- night shifts
- high-stress jobs
- creative deadlines
- social events
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your binge cycles?
- How can you replace harmful habits with healthier routines?
Recovery requires support and long-term strategies