Sobriety Quote by Anne Lamott
““Maybe, I thought, after a few months of sobriety, you could successfully smoke marijuana again, or maybe every anniversary you got to have one glass of a perfectly chilled California Chardonnay.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Small Great Things, Anne Lamott, 2012
She reflects on the temptation to revert to old habits after a period of sobriety, using humor and self‑questioning.
In simple terms: Temptation to relapse after sobriety.
Key Takeaway
Stay vigilant about old cravings.
Themes
sobriety
temptation
humor
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
personal
humorous
When to use this quote
- recovery meetings
- anniversary celebrations
- social drinking
- personal milestones
Key Concepts
addiction
self‑reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your cravings?
- How can you celebrate without compromising sobriety?
A Different Perspective
Humor may downplay seriousness of addiction.