Marijuana, also referred to as weed, pot, etc. is still considered a mind altering substance. It is also still illegal in most states. In rare instances, it may be prescribed for Glaucoma and/or other medical conditions in some states where it is legal to do so. In those cases, we do not consider using weed for medical purposes being unclean or living in addiction. These particular circumstances also supports recovery.

Recreational use of marijuana is something completely different. While we put marijuana in a different category than harder drugs like heroin, opiates, cocaine, benzodiazepines, etc. marijuana simply isn’t good for you nor is it healthy. It also feeds upon addictive behaviors.

This heroin and recovery community compares marijuana to alcohol though there are clearly some differences. People can become addicted to weed just like they can become addicted to alcohol. People who drink socially and even have the occasional glass of wine with …