Quote by Stephen King

Beating heroin is child's play compared to beating your childhood.

Beating heroin is child's play compared to beating your chil

Summary

This quote suggests that overcoming the effects of a difficult childhood and its emotional baggage is considerably more challenging than overcoming the addiction to heroin. It implies that the lasting emotional scars from one's childhood experiences can be incredibly challenging to resolve and heal, demonstrating the immense impact our formative years can have on our lives far beyond any physical challenges we might face.

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By Stephen King

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