Lee Weber's Journey: From Addiction to Advocacy on Coming Up for Air
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Imagine having 2.5 million readers each month hanging onto your every word about addiction and recovery. That's the reality for Lee Weber, the founder of Addiction Blog, and in this episode of 'Coming Up for Air', she joins Laurie and Annie to share her compelling personal story and vast expertise. Lee opens up about her own struggles with drug and alcohol use, shedding light on how small but significant interventions from friends helped her turn her life around.
She dives into the complexities of addiction as a brain disease and why it impacts people in such varied ways. Throughout the conversation, the trio explores the critical role of family in both addiction and recovery. Lee passionately discusses the CRAFT method, a proven intervention technique that focuses on communication and building bridges with loved ones. However, she doesn't shy away from addressing the difficulties families face when it comes to changing their own behaviors.
As someone deeply committed to creating reliable, scientifically-backed content on addiction, Lee offers invaluable resources for families and individuals navigating this challenging path. Whether you're looking for hope, practical advice, or just a sense of community, this episode has something for everyone.