"Rethinking Resolutions: Expert Tips on Giving Up Weed and Alcohol"

Susan Shapiro shares her personal journey and lessons learned from quitting smoking weed and cigarettes after 27 years of use. Key takeaways include avoiding starting on holidays, not substituting one addiction for another, using a combination of methods for quitting, recognizing that group therapy isn't for everyone, understanding the cost-effectiveness of treatment, the importance of support systems, dealing with unsupportive peers, the ongoing nature of recovery, and not expecting immediate happiness post-quitting. She emphasizes the importance of a personalized approach and staying vigilant to avoid replacing one addiction with another.