Cost Quote by Robin Williams
“There's this thing called freebasing. It's not free, it costs you your home. It should be called 'homebasing'.”
About This Quote
Source Stand-up Comedy, 1994
Freebasing is a misnomer; it actually costs you your home, so it should be called 'homebasing'.
In simple terms: Freebasing costs home, not free.
Key Takeaway
Beware of deceptive terminology.
Themes
humor
addiction
language
Mood
witty
critical
Type
humorous
social
When to use this quote
- addiction treatment
- financial planning
- public health
Key Concepts
sociology
economics
healthcare
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we better communicate risks?
- What alternatives exist for addicts?
A Different Perspective
Humor may downplay seriousness of addiction.
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