Legal Cannabis: A Friend or Foe in Addiction Recovery?
I can see this as a very likely and common scenario: a person starts using cannabis and eventually winds up back on opioids, alcohol or street drugs.
Picture this: Cannabis is now legal in many places, but what does that mean for someone in recovery? In this eye-opening episode of the Real Sobriety Podcast, Robert McClellan dives into the hot topic of legalized cannabis and its impact on those battling addiction. With Canada's recent legalization and several US states following suit, this issue hits close to home for many in the recovery community. Robert doesn't shy away from the tough questions.
He explores varied opinions from sober addicts and alcoholics, offering a balanced view on how legal cannabis could either be a trigger or a non-issue. Some worry that the easy access might lead to relapse, while others believe that if you can resist alcohol, you can resist cannabis too. But at the end of the day, Robert emphasizes that it's all about personal choice.
This episode is a raw and honest conversation that sheds light on a controversial subject, making it a must-listen for anyone navigating their sobriety in today's changing legal landscape.