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Addiction Quote by Shannon L. Alder

“Every person with ADHD already knows that destination addiction is part of their disorder. However, if it doesn’t have a positive outlet, it can destroy your life. It is not another person that will make your life better; it is the qualities in them that you admire. Incorporate those attributes…” quote by Shannon L. Alder
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““Every person with ADHD already knows that destination addiction is part of their disorder. However, if it doesn’t have a positive outlet, it can destroy your life. It is not another person that will make your life better; it is the qualities in them that you admire. Incorporate those attributes into your own life and you won’t miss a thing.””

Shannon L. Alder

About This Quote

ADHD often includes impulsive habits that can become harmful without constructive channels; channeling admired traits into oneself can mitigate destructive urges.

In simple terms: ADHD can cause harmful habits; emulate admired traits to improve.

Key Takeaway

Adopt positive traits instead of seeking external fixes.

Themes

self‑improvement mental health personal growth

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

advice motivational

When to use this quote

  • career development
  • relationship building
  • habit formation
  • self‑care

Key Concepts

ADHD addiction self‑regulation

Questions to Reflect On

  • What qualities do you admire and how can you practice them?
  • How can you create healthy outlets for ADHD impulses?
A Different Perspective

Positive traits alone may not address underlying neurochemical challenges.

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