I once smoked a lot, drank too much, suffered insomnia and like every other person I know, was unbalanced.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker admits to past struggles with substances and instability shared by many.
- In plain terms
- I used to smoke, drink, and suffer insomnia, just like many others.
- What can you take from it?
- Many people struggle with balance and unhealthy habits.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Have you felt unbalanced recently?
- How common are these struggles?
Another view
Acknowledging past behavior does not guarantee future change.
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