Quit Quitting for 2025 (Part 1)

Summary: In this Episode, Dr. P focuses on quitting smoking, vaping, or changing other unhealthy habits as part of healthy lifestyle change in 2025. Dr. P introduces tools like the Decision Balance and Smoking Log, encouraging listeners to reflect on their habits and motivations. Guest Dr. John Ronald, a respirologist, shares insights into the health risks of smoking and vaping. Music selections like the Foo Fighters’ “Learning to Fly” and Aerosmith’s “Monkey on My Back” highlight themes of resilience and transformation. Dr. P emphasizes the power of mantras, such as “Smoking is an illusion. I’m giving up nothing and I’m gaining everything back,” to help reframe and strengthen resolve. Listeners are guided to identify triggers, explore healthier alternatives, and take steps toward freedom from dependency. The episode ties into Weedless Wednesday on January 22nd, inspiring immediate action. Dr. P previews Part 2, promising more strategies to overcome challenges and build lasting change. Check out the 4 Part Quit Quitting video series on YouTube.

This program originally aired on Saturday, January 11th, 2025 at 9 A.M.

Guests:

• None

Program Team:

• Dr. Derek Poteryko — Host.

• Jesse Woodward — Producer.

• Arbie Fru — Technical Assistance.

Theme Music:

• Digging in the Dirt by Retrograde

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