Addiction Quote by Lee L Jampolsky
“The roots of addiction can be seen in our search for happiness in something outside of our self, be it drugs, relationships, material possessions.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Search for Happiness, 1998
Addiction stems from seeking external happiness, using substances or possessions to fill inner voids.
In simple terms: Addiction is chasing happiness outside self.
Key Takeaway
Seek inner fulfillment over external fixes.
Themes
addiction
happiness
psychology
Mood
introspective
hopeful
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- personal growth
- relationship counseling
Key Concepts
self‑actualization
dependency
coping mechanisms
Questions to Reflect On
- What truly fulfills you?
- How can you cultivate inner happiness?
A Different Perspective
External solutions rarely address root causes.
