Quote by Jeanne Moreau

Some people are addicts. If they don't act, they don't exist.

Some people are addicts. If they don't act, they don't exist

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This quote suggests that for some individuals, their addiction is the driving force of their existence. They constantly need to engage in a certain behavior, whether it be drugs, gambling, or any other form of addiction, in order to feel alive or validate their existence. Without indulging in their addiction, they may feel empty or nonexistent. It implies that their identity and purpose revolve heavily around their addictive behaviors, highlighting the powerful grip and influence addiction can have on a person's life.

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