Ep. 168: She Quit Alcohol, Weed, and Cigarettes… Here’s What Happened (w/ Jessi Hartnett)

About this episode

Jessi Hartnett shares her journey of quitting alcohol, weed, and cigarettes, exploring the emotional roots of addiction and the path to true freedom.

In this episode, Sara sits down with Jessi Hartnett, host of the Honor Your Heart Podcast, to talk about breaking free from cigarettes, weed, and alcohol, and what it really takes to stay free.Jessi shares her journey from perfectionism and burnout to healing, revealing how substances were never the real problem – they were the solution she used to cope. Together, they unpack the emotional roots of addiction, the surprising challenges of quitting weed, and why true freedom comes from learning how to meet your needs in healthier ways.If you’ve ever felt stuck in a cycle of numbing out, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on and how to start reconnecting with your authentic self. What You’ll Learn Why perfectionism and workaholism often fuel substance use The emotional rollercoaster behind drinking, smoking, and using weed The truth about weed withdrawal that no one talks about Why quitting all substances at once can sometimes be more effective How anger can actually help you break free The difference between external success and internal peace Why lasting change requires inner work, not just willpower Key Takeaway You’re not just quitting a substance—you’re…

People in this episode

Host: Sara Kaufman-Bradstreet

Guest: Jessi Hartnett

Topics covered

• addiction recovery
• substance use
• emotional health
• personal growth
• healing
• perfectionism

Keywords

• addiction
• quitting substances
• emotional roots
• perfectionism
• healing
• inner work
• freedom

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Honor Your Heart Podcast, You Can Quit Smoking Podcast, Honor Your Heart

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