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Addiction Quote by Geoffrey Wood

“Turning an experience about to observe it, results in a lessening of the experience directly proportional to the amount of observation. To think about it is, to some degree, to stop the pleasure, to stop the experience, to step outside it.” quote by Geoffrey Wood
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““Turning an experience about to observe it, results in a lessening of the experience directly proportional to the amount of observation. To think about it is, to some degree, to stop the pleasure, to stop the experience, to step outside it.””

Geoffrey Wood

About This Quote

Source Interview: Podcast on Consciousness, Geoffrey Wood, 2021

Observing an experience reduces its intensity; thinking about it can diminish pleasure.

In simple terms: Observation lessens experience.

Key Takeaway

Limit over‑analysis.

Themes

psychology mindfulness experience

Mood

thoughtful cautious

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • enjoying art
  • eating
  • sexual activity
  • pain management

Key Concepts

cognitive science philosophy

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does observation become harmful?
  • How can you balance awareness and enjoyment?
A Different Perspective

Some observation is necessary for learning.

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