Monday, May 2, 2016

A Gift?

In my experience, women with addiction are some of the most gifted/talented people I’ve ever met.  This came as a complete shock to me.  I expected that everyone I met in treatment would be “losers”.  Other patients who were in inpatient treatment with me included:

·         A world-renowned radiologist who created some of the most innovative technology we use to treat cancer today
·         A very talented nurse with a master’s degree in epidemiology
·         A classical violin player who graduated with a degree in Violin Performance from a well-known, prestigious conservatory and has performed throughout the US and Asia
·         A handful of attorneys
·         Numerous artists and musicians who really impressed me


So there seems to be a correlation between addiction and “giftedness”.  However I’m not sure if correlation equals causation in this scenario.

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