Truthfully, at the beginning of the ice cube addiction simulation, I was skeptical. I couldn't see how being "addicted" to ice cubes would really allow us to experience how to be a real addict. However, if taken seriously, I believe the simulation is a great learning tool about how powerful and life changing addictions can be.
Here are a few glimpses into my days as an ice cube addict:
Feb 9, 2:42 p.m. : I have to work today at 3:45 until probably 7:30. I'm already feeling anxious about how I will be able to get ice cubes. I hope it's not busy so I can go into the kitchen a lot to sneak drinks. I hope my coworkers don't question me about it or my pink ribbon. AHH! So much to worry about...
Feb 10, 7:15 a.m. : My morning routine took longer and required more thought now that I need to pack ice and think about where my next ice cubes will come from. As I was packing my ice, my dad asked id it wasn't cold enough for me outside that I needed to pack ice. I didn't really respond. I don't like having to sneak around to get ice.
Feb 10, 12:26 p.m. : Tom just asked for some ice. I only have a little left but I gave it to him discreetly. I felt sketchy and could tell people in the class were watching me...
Feb 10, 3:39 p.m. : At talent show rehearsal. Ice is melting...getting nervous...What am I going to do? AHH.. I can't wait to get home to get more ice...I might need to go buy some.
Feb 10, 11:46 p.m. : In bed. Thought up ways to get ice if mine melted tomorrow at school...couldn't fall asleep for a while.
Feb 11, 6:56 a.m. : Put ice in my milk at breakfast. My 4 year old brother asked for ice too. He picked up on my habit after only two days. Oh no! I feel terrible..what if he gets addicted?
Addictions change and ruin lives.
By the way...Pagophagia is an actual term for being addicted to eating icecubes.
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