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Are addictions particularly scandalous for Stoics and practicing Buddhists? They are an intense form of attachment and Buddhist monks have been caught.

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Not Even Not Zen 285: A Response to Addiction in Buddhism

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Brian Beeler
Brian Beeler  
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Sadly yes but it shouldn't be because the fear of shame is an attachment to the concept of self. The fear of shame keeps people from speaking freely about and seeking help concerning their addiction.
Secret Hippie
Secret Hippie  
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Very good point about shame being so closely related to self and self-image.
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