Everything You Think You Know About Addiction is Wrong

Johann Hari

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Everything You Think You Know About Addiction is Wrong

Everything You Think You Know About Addiction is Wrong

by Johann Hari

TEDGlobal201514 min

Johann Hari argues that the real cure for addiction is social connection.

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Tarot Mapping

The Devil

The Devil

The Devil represents the chains of addiction, materialism, and negative patterns that bind us. It signifies the shadow self and the illusion of powerlessness, inviting us to break free from self-imposed limitations.

addictionmaterialismbondageshadow selftemptationillusionbreaking free

Why This Mapping?

The Devil exposes our bondage and addictions. Johann Hari reveals how examining our attachments through connection sets us free.

Reflection Questions

  • What am I addicted to or obsessed with that is harming me?
  • Where am I giving my power away and playing the victim?
  • What shadow part of myself am I afraid to acknowledge?