Addict Quote by Kim Severson
“You think to yourself, “If one drink feels really good and two feels really, really good, a hundred ought to feel fantastic.” As sane people know, it doesn't work that way. A hundred drinks feels terrible. Bad things happen. But the addict keeps at it, thinking at some point it's going to get good again The point is to not feel what you're feeling. The problem is, you become someone you never thought you would become, and you have no idea how you got there.”
About This Quote
Excessive drinking leads to deterioration, yet addicts chase the fleeting high, losing self-awareness and identity.
In simple terms: Drinking too much feels terrible, but addicts keep trying.
Key Takeaway
Recognize limits and seek help before loss of self.
Themes
addiction
self‑deception
consequences
Mood
somber
reflective
Type
cautionary
psychological
When to use this quote
- personal health
- recovery programs
- support groups
Key Concepts
hedonic adaptation
identity erosion
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives the cycle of chasing a lost high?
- How can one break the pattern before identity loss?
A Different Perspective
May not apply to non‑addictive behaviors.
