Publisher's Synopsis
The Addiction Fiction by Kurt Shaye is an unflinching exploration of the human desire to cling-whether to substances, relationships, or identities that promise comfort but ultimately trap us. Through a narrative that blends raw personal experience with sharp philosophical inquiry, Shaye dismantles the conventional narrative of addiction, arguing that what we call "addiction" is often a euphemism for attachment. Drawing from his personal experiences with various substances, he explores how they evolved in his life-from initial escapes to reflective mirrors, and ultimately as catalysts for personal growth.
But The Addiction Fiction goes beyond substance use. Shaye delves into the roots of attachment, tracing them back to childhood traumas and innate personality tendencies, suggesting that these patterns may have origins beyond birth. He challenges readers to reconsider not just what they are addicted to, but why they are attached at all-offering a pathway toward unmasking unconscious attachments and reclaiming true freedom.
With a voice that is both reflective and incisive, Shaye invites readers to confront their own narratives of dependence and control. Through a blend of personal reflection, philosophical inquiry, and practical wisdom, The Addiction Fiction reveals that freedom lies not in replacing one attachment with another but in dissolving the need for attachment altogether.
This is not another guide on quitting-it's an invitation to step beyond the illusion of control and into a space where attachment loses its grip, where the self no longer clings, and where true liberation becomes possible.
