The Addiction Fiction

Unraveling the Roots of Attachment

Kurt Shaye

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Whispered Worlds
08 April 2025

Coping with drug & alcohol abuse; Assertiveness, motivation & self-esteem

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.

By: Kurt Shaye
Imprint: Whispered Worlds
Dimensions: Height: 203mm, Width: 127mm, Spine: 12mm
Weight: 204g
ISBN: 9781738142927
ISBN 10: 1738142922
Pages: 202
Publication Date: 08 April 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Kurt Shaye spent twenty years performing and recording as a professional jazz pianist before retreating to the quiet of the Laurentians in Quebec. His work now turns inward, drawing on a musician's experience to explore the hidden trappings of a life spent performing-and the quiet ache of living on autopilot. In his memoir-style debut, The Addiction Fiction, he explores the subtle attachments that shape our lives-offering a deeply personal lens on healing, identity, and the stories we tell ourselves in order to survive.

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Unraveling the Roots of Attachment

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