Quote by John Hart

Denial was a weapon; it killed truth, numbed the mind, and I was a junkie.

Denial was a weapon; it killed truth, numbed the mind, and I

Summary

This quote speaks to the destructive power of denial. It suggests that denying the truth is akin to using a weapon, as it can distort reality, inhibit critical thinking, and create a sense of dependency. By likening oneself to a junkie, the speaker implies that they were addicted to denying realities and avoiding difficult truths. In doing so, they further emphasize the detrimental effects denial can have on one's mental well-being.

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Truth Mind Weapon

By John Hart

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