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“When you're addicted to heroin, there is only one thing you can do - go off heroin. But we're not going to throw away these phones, we're not going to throw away our technology.” quote by Sherry Turkle
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“When you're addicted to heroin, there is only one thing you can do - go off heroin. But we're not going to throw away these phones, we're not going to throw away our technology.”

Sherry Turkle

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Addiction demands cessation, yet society clings to the tools that enable it, creating tension between recovery and technological reliance.

In simple terms: Quitting heroin is necessary, but we keep the devices that can hinder recovery.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and limit harmful tech while seeking help.

Themes

addiction technology recovery

Mood

conflicted hopeful

Type

advice reflective

When to use this quote

  • rehabilitation programs
  • personal detox plans
  • support groups
  • digital wellbeing strategies

Key Concepts

psychology behavioral health digital dependency

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we balance tech use with recovery?
  • What alternatives replace harmful device habits?
A Different Perspective

Technology can also provide support resources, making outright rejection problematic.

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