Addiction Quote by Ken Keyes Jr
“Whenever you feel upset, take full responsibility for the emotions that you are experiencing. Get to work as quickly as possible identifying the programming, or the addiction, that is leading you to reject what other people are saying or doing.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Personal Power, Ken Keyes Jr, 1971
Taking ownership of one's emotions and quickly addressing underlying mental patterns or addictions that cause resistance to others.
In simple terms: Own your feelings and fix the root cause fast.
Key Takeaway
Identify and change the mental program.
Themes
responsibility
emotional intelligence
self‑awareness
Mood
reflective
motivational
Type
advice
self‑help
When to use this quote
- personal conflict
- workplace disagreement
- relationship tension
- self‑improvement
Key Concepts
psychology
behavioral change
addiction
programming
Questions to Reflect On
- What mental pattern fuels your resistance?
- How can you reframe that pattern positively?
A Different Perspective
Changing deep‑seated habits can be slow and painful.
