Divine Quote by Gabor Maté
““Above everything Ralph aches for unity with the external feminine caritas - blessed, soul-saving, divine love. Divine here refers to not a supernatural deity above us but to the immortal essence of existence that lives in us, through us, beyond us...a search for the external extends far beyond formal religious concepts. One consequence of spiritual deprivation is addiction, and not only to drugs.””
About This Quote
Source Book: “In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts” by Gabor Maté, 2008
Spiritual emptiness leads to seeking external love, and lacking this can cause addiction, beyond just substances.
In simple terms: Spiritual lack can cause addiction.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner connection and purpose.
Themes
addiction
spirituality
human connection
Mood
thoughtful
hopeful
Type
psychological
philosophical
When to use this quote
- recovering addicts
- therapy sessions
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
existential void
self‑destruction
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner needs are unmet?
- How can one nurture non‑material love?
A Different Perspective
Spiritual emptiness may not be the sole cause; other factors matter.
