Alcoholic Quote by Stan Getz
“I'm a recovered alcoholic. I don't do anything anymore, but those things, those things take away ... You're a different personality completely when you take those. For those who are really chemically dependent on anything, it's not you.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussing addiction recovery, 1975
Recovery changes identity; dependence alters personality, making the dependent feel alienated from their true self.
In simple terms: Recovery reshapes who you are.
Key Takeaway
Accept that recovery may feel like becoming a new person.
Themes
addiction
psychology
identity
Mood
reflective
empathetic
Type
psychological
inspirational
When to use this quote
- therapy
- support groups
- personal reflection
- healthcare
- rehabilitation
Key Concepts
chemical dependence
self‑concept
recovery process
Questions to Reflect On
- How does addiction reshape self‑identity?
- What supports help maintain a new personality?
A Different Perspective
Recovery is not a simple cessation but a profound personal transformation.
