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Cocaine Quote by George Carlin

“I'd go on runs [on cocaine ], four and five days without sleep. Then I'd crash and sleep about 18 hours a day for seven to ten days. Then it would take a few more weeks to get over a vague sort of depression. Then I'd be off on another run.” quote by George Carlin
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“I'd go on runs [on cocaine ], four and five days without sleep. Then I'd crash and sleep about 18 hours a day for seven to ten days. Then it would take a few more weeks to get over a vague sort of depression. Then I'd be off on another run.”

George Carlin

About This Quote

Source Stand-up Comedy: "The Great Depression", 1992

Cocaine use leads to a destructive cycle of binge, crash, and depression

In simple terms: Drug binge creates a harmful crash and lingering low mood

Key Takeaway

Avoid substance cycles to protect mental health

Themes

addiction health cycle

Mood

cautionary serious

Type

educational personal

When to use this quote

  • night shifts
  • high-stress jobs
  • creative deadlines
  • social events

Key Concepts

neuroscience behavioral health addiction recovery

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers your binge cycles?
  • How can you replace harmful habits with healthier routines?
A Different Perspective

Recovery requires support and long-term strategies

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