Addiction Quote by Arthur Koestler
““The addiction to the Soviet myth is as tenacious and difficult to cure as any other addiction.””
About This Quote
Source Book: “The Sleepwalkers” (1959) essay on Soviet myth
Soviet ideology is a hard-to‑break addiction, comparable to other compulsions, requiring deep effort to overcome.
In simple terms: Soviet myth is a stubborn addiction.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address deep‑seated beliefs.
Themes
ideology
addiction
psychology
Mood
critical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
political
When to use this quote
- personal belief systems
- political discourse
- education
- media consumption
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
political myth
social conditioning
Questions to Reflect On
- What myths influence your worldview?
- How can one break free from entrenched ideologies?
A Different Perspective
Changing belief may be resisted by identity ties.
