top of page
taking the escatator logo

The Definition of Insanity

  • Apr 13, 2025
  • 1 min read

Updated: May 26, 2025

This exercise explores the concept of repetitive patterns and cycles in our lives, particularly in the context of substance use and mental health but also in other life areas as well wherever this may apply. There's a quote unofficially attributed to Albert Einstein often referred to as ‘the definition of insanity” which you likely have heard before. That saying is:


Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.

We recognize that mental health and substance use as well as many other life challenges are intricate and unique to everyone. This quote, while catchy, doesn't capture the full complexity of what many of us go through. Our goal here is not to label or stigmatize but to understand the patterns and cycles in our lives and, more importantly, how breaking free from them can be a powerful part of personal growth and recovery.

Want to read more?

Subscribe to takingtheescalator.com to keep reading this exclusive post.

 
 

Recent Posts

See All
New Premium Feature: Interactive Group Widgets

We’ve added a new Interactive Group Widgets page to the site. This is a Premium feature, designed for real-time use in groups, and includes interactive tools like spinners and live activity generator

 
 
Traveling Through Time With Goals

This time of year, goals are on a lot of people’s minds. Whether it’s tied to the calendar, a sense of wanting a “fresh start,” or simply feeling the weight of time passing, many people begin reflecti

 
 
The Gifts of Self Care

LINK TO VIDEO INTRODUCTION - https://youtube.com/shorts/-AoozzOnyz0?feature=share When people hear the phrase self-care , they often picture bubble baths, vacations, or time they don’t have. For many

 
 
bottom of page