Drank Quote by Richard Feynman
““I started to walk into the bar, and I suddenly thought to myself, “Wait a minute! It’s the middle of the afternoon. There’s nobody here. There’s no social reason to drink. Why do you have such a terribly strong feeling that you have to have a drink?”—and I got scared. I never drank ever again, since then. I suppose I really wasn’t in any danger, because I found it very easy to stop. But that strong feeling that I didn’t understand frightened me. You see, I get such fun out of thinking that I don’t want to destroy this most pleasant machine that makes life such a big kick. It’s the same reason that, later on, I was reluctant to try experiments with LSD in spite of my curiosity about hallucinations. Near””
About This Quote
Source Interview: 1970s Conversation on Alcohol and LSD, Richard Feynman, 1970
Describes sudden self‑awareness of drinking habit, leading to cessation; parallels curiosity about mind‑altering substances.
In simple terms: Realized he could stop drinking after questioning its purpose.
Key Takeaway
Question personal habits and motivations.
Themes
self‑awareness
habit formation
psychology
substance use
curiosity
risk assessment
Mood
introspective
cautious
inquisitive
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- personal health
- addiction counseling
- research ethics
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
behavioral science
neuroscience
philosophy of mind
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers your own habitual actions?
- How does curiosity affect risk decisions?
A Different Perspective
May overlook social factors influencing addiction.
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