Addiction Quote by Robert Moss
“There are chemical and other explanations for addictions, but speaking from my own observations (and I am a shamanic type), there is always some sort of disembodied spirit causing some of the addiction, riding your energy field, trying to impose their needs and addictions onto you.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Shamanic Perspectives on Addiction, 2015
Addictions may involve both physical causes and a disembodied spirit that influences a person's energy, imposing its own needs.
In simple terms: Addiction can be partly spiritual, affecting personal energy.
Key Takeaway
Recognize both material and energetic factors in addiction.
Themes
addiction
spirituality
energy
self‑awareness
Mood
reflective
introspective
Type
philosophical
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal healing
- therapy sessions
- energy work
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
shamanism
psychology
dualism
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate spiritual influence from physiological causes?
- Can acknowledging a spirit help or hinder recovery?
A Different Perspective
Spiritual explanations lack empirical validation and may distract from medical treatment.
