Gareth Pickering and Matt Dahse
Gareth Pickering and Matt Dahse
#51 My Last Dance with Mary Jane
#51 My Last Dance with Mary Jane
#51 My Last Dance with Mary Jane
Wednesday 11th September 2024
Gareth Pickering shares his journey of quitting cannabis after 32 years, offering insights into the challenges and rewards of living substance-free.
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Episode Overview
- Gareth Pickering shares his journey of quitting cannabis after 32 years.
- Self-reflection led to the realisation of cannabis' negative impacts.
- Discusses the concept of 'energy leaks' from internal conflicts.
- Highlights the role of community support in making life changes.
- Encourages evaluating personal relationships with substances.
'What are you pretending not to know?' When I asked myself this, I could no longer ignore the toll cannabis was taking on my life
In this episode of the Call To Courage Podcast, Gareth Pickering shares his personal journey of quitting cannabis after a 32-year relationship with the substance. Gareth reflects on how he came to the decision without any external pressure, simply through self-reflection and asking himself, 'What are you pretending not to know?' This honest realisation led him to acknowledge the negative impacts cannabis had on his lungs, productivity, mental clarity, and personal integrity.
Gareth recounts the various roles cannabis played in his life, from a tool for relaxation and creativity to a social lubricant. However, he also highlights the downsides, such as the physical toll on his body and the way it hindered his productivity. He describes an 'energy leak'—a term he uses for the ongoing internal conflict about his cannabis use—which drained his mental and emotional resources.
The turning point came when Gareth decided to support a young man from his community who was also quitting cannabis. This moment of solidarity gave him the courage to commit to quitting himself. He discusses the physical and emotional challenges he faced during the initial days of quitting, including fever-like symptoms that he interprets as his body's way of releasing pent-up stress and emotions.
Gareth also touches on the broader issue of how substances like cannabis can be used as coping mechanisms to avoid uncomfortable emotions. He encourages listeners to evaluate their own relationships with substances and consider whether they are using them as medicine or as a way to numb themselves. This episode is a raw and honest exploration of the complexities of substance use and the journey towards living a more authentic life.
If you're struggling with an unhealthy relationship with a substance, Gareth's story might offer you some valuable insights and inspiration. So, are you ready to examine your own habits and make a change? Tune in to hear Gareth's courageous journey and perhaps find the motivation to start your own.