Drugs Quote by Keith Richards
“I only get ill when I give up drugs”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Rolling Stone, 1975
The speaker admits that illness only appears when he stops using drugs, implying a paradoxical health effect.
In simple terms: Illness appears when stopping drugs.
Recognize personal health patterns.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- rehab
- personal health monitoring
- addiction counseling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this reveal about his coping mechanisms?
- Can stopping a harmful habit cause new problems?
Self‑medication may mask underlying issues.