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Addict Quote by Chris Prentiss

“You are not an alcoholic or an addict. You are not incurably diseased. You have merely become dependent on substances or addictive behavior to cope with underlying conditions that you are now going to heal, at which time your dependency will cease completely and forever.” quote by Chris Prentiss
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“You are not an alcoholic or an addict. You are not incurably diseased. You have merely become dependent on substances or addictive behavior to cope with underlying conditions that you are now going to heal, at which time your dependency will cease completely and forever.”

Chris Prentiss

About This Quote

Addiction is a coping mechanism, not a permanent disease; healing removes the need for dependence.

In simple terms: Addiction is a coping tool, not a permanent illness.

Key Takeaway

Focus on healing underlying issues.

Themes

health addiction recovery

Mood

hopeful empathetic

Type

advice motivational

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • support groups
  • personal health
  • stress management

Key Concepts

psychology behavior change

Questions to Reflect On

  • What underlying issues drive your dependencies?
  • How can you support sustainable healing?
A Different Perspective

Recovery may be complex and non‑linear.

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