Your working assumption, when you meet a homophobe, should be that they are gay.
Johann HariRead
So the opposite of addiction is not sobriety. It is human connection.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Addiction is countered by building connections with others rather than merely staying sober.
This quote by Johann Hari highlights the critical role of human connection in overcoming addiction. It emphasizes that true recovery involves fostering relationships and support systems rather than solely focusing on the absence of substance use, suggesting that emotional bonds and community are essential for healing.
Themes
AddictionConnectionSobrietyRelationshipsHealing
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a recovery group setting to emphasize the importance of building connections.
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