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What does it mean?
Substances cannot mask deep emotional pain and the feeling of living just to die.
In plain terms
Drinks and weed don't hide my pain; I feel like I am just waiting to die.
What can you take from it?
Substances cannot solve internal pain.

Where it applies

  • addiction
  • mental health crisis
  • personal struggle

Putting it to work

  • seeking help
  • acknowledging pain

Questions to consider

  • What truly heals pain?
  • How do you cope with emptiness?

Another view

This view may overlook moments of temporary relief.

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