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I'm Quitting Alcohol
I'm Quitting Alcohol, is a 5 minute daily podcast by comedian David Boyle. Join Boyle as he transitions from Alcoholic maniac to sober lunatic and attempts to process the past 20 years of booze soaked mayhem. To listen from DAY 1 head to SPOTIFY....
11:56•20 Dec 2021
David Boyle Tackles Daily Weed Use and Parenting: A Candid Chat
“You're just escaping reality, like any other thing, I think. I know it makes you lethargic, but also you don't give yourself any chance of becoming bored, and boredom is what drives you a lot of the time.”
What happens when a comedian with a history of addiction gets asked about daily weed smoking and parenting? In this episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol', David Boyle dives into this tricky topic with his signature blend of humor and honesty. A listener poses the question: Can someone who smokes weed every day still be a good parent? Boyle, drawing from his own experiences, doesn’t shy away from the complexities of the issue.
He talks about how drugs like weed can serve as an escape from reality, but also how this escapism might hinder one's ability to be fully present and engaged as a parent. He stresses the importance of having open, honest conversations with partners about drug use and prioritizing active involvement in parenting. Boyle also shares some practical tips for those struggling to quit addictive substances, acknowledging the tough road to sobriety.
With his sharp wit and genuine empathy, Boyle turns this serious discussion into an engaging and thought-provoking episode. If you're curious about the intersection of addiction and parenting or just need a good laugh mixed with some solid advice, this episode is worth a listen.
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