Special Episode: Round Table Episode 3Special Episode: Round Table Episode 3
Stairway to Redemption
Benyi, Rich, and Katie debate using weed for anxiety and challenge traditional AA norms in this lively episode.
1:09:30•16 Sept 2023
Weed, Wisdom, and AA: A Fresh Look at Recovery
Episode Overview
- The discussion delves into the complexities of addiction, recovery, and the impact of old-timers in the fellowship
- The trio challenges the traditional views of the AA community, discussing the potential drawbacks of excessive meeting attendance and the pressure to conform to a rigid recovery narrative
- They explore the societal attitudes towards alcohol and tobacco, pondering the possibility of alcohol facing similar restrictions to tobacco in the future
“This feels great but that's another reason why I was okay with weed because it's like I never really know how it's gonna hit me. I don't know. I can't be like, 'Oh, I am having a panic attack right now, and I smoked weed.' Like, that's the worst idea ever, because you don't know where you're gonna go with it.”
What happens when you mix modern views with traditional recovery methods? In this engaging episode of 'Stairway to Redemption', host Benyi Johnson sits down with Rich and Katie for a candid chat about using weed for anxiety and the influence of long-time AA members. Katie opens up about her personal experience with cannabis as a tool for managing anxiety, sparking a lively debate among the trio.
Rich and Benyi bring their own perspectives to the table, making for a thought-provoking discussion. The episode doesn't shy away from questioning the norms within the AA community, particularly the role and impact of old-timers. Are their teachings always beneficial? Is attending meetings for decades truly necessary? These are just some of the questions tackled head-on. They also touch on broader societal attitudes towards alcohol and tobacco, pondering whether alcohol might one day face similar restrictions to tobacco.
If you're curious about alternative approaches to anxiety or want to hear a fresh take on recovery traditions, this episode is for you.
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