Addicted Quote by Ethlie Ann Vare
““Just because something is addictive doesn't mean that you will get addicted to it. But . . . if your stomach ties up in knots while you count the seconds waiting for a phone call from that special someone . . . if you hear a loud buzzing in your ears when you see a certain person's car (or one just like it) . . . if your eyes burn when you hear a random love song or see a couple holding hands . . . if you suffer the twin agonies of craving for and withdrawing from a series of unrequited crushes or toxic relationships . . . if you always feel like you're clutching at someone's ankle and dragged across the floor as they try to leave the room . . . welcome to the club.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Magazine Feature, 2010, on modern relationships
Addiction-like feelings can arise from emotional anticipation, not just substances, leading to intense cravings and withdrawal.
In simple terms: Emotional cravings mimic addiction.
Key Takeaway
Identify and manage emotional triggers health
Themes
love
addiction
anticipation
crushes
relationships
psychology
Mood
empathetic
insightful
Type
psychological
relational
When to use this quote
- dating
- social media use
- unrequited love
- relationship counseling
Key Concepts
emotional dependency
reward circuitry
attachment theory
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotional patterns drive your cravings?
- How can you differentiate healthy desire from addictive behavior?
A Different Perspective
Not all cravings are harmful; context matters.
