Honesty with ourselves & others gets us sober, but it is tolerance that keeps us that way.
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Almost without exception alcoholics are tortured by loneliness.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Alcoholics often struggle with feelings of isolation and loneliness.
This quote by Bill W. highlights the profound sense of loneliness experienced by those who suffer from alcoholism. It suggests that this loneliness can be a contributing factor to their addiction, as the sense of being isolated from others can lead to further alcohol use as a means of escape or coping with their emotional pain.
Themes
AlcoholismLonelinessIsolationAddictionRelationships
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a support group meeting to emphasize the importance of connection among recovering alcoholics.
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