i watched this ted talk on addiction yeasterday and. wow it hit me right in the feels?! honestly im not one to usually get emotional abt stuff like that but something bout the way they explained everything, it just resonated? i couldnt help but reflect on my own habits like drinking socially n the odd cigarette with friends... maybe its like not exactly addiction on my part yet, u know; but makes u wonder!

they were talking abt brain chemistry n how that affects things... like u hear about neurons and neurotransmitters bouncing around making ppl act ways that arent logical at all sometimes?? surprising bcz u never really see it that way, always thought it was just bad choices and poor willpower from those who hav demons; in a weird way made me more empathetic, more understanding of those struggling around me...

also made me think of people I kno personally who face these challenges daily! a friend I have has been battling with substance abuse for years now. her struggle seemed so distant even when its right there infront of me all along!!! after hearing what they said in that talk, it's like i've new lens when looking at my friend n her struggles; cant say it'll change everythin overnight? but i guess now at least i'll approach with better compassion

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