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California Sober (also referred to as "Cali Sober") is a term that, while having no fully agreed upon definition, is most commonly used to describe an approach to substance use where one only uses marijuana, and does not drink alcohol or use other illicit substances.[1] The term is also commonly used to refer to using marijuana and other illicit drugs, but not drinking alcohol. [2]
The term has recently gained popularity as marijuana use has become more socially acceptable and legalized in many areas. It's popularity is also reflected in culture, such as in songs by recording artists Demi Lovato[3] and Billy Strings[4] (featuring Willie Nelson), and a book on the subject by author W. E. Simmons.[5]
History
editThe term California Sober originated in the US state of California as a way of referring to a method of recovery from alcohol and other substances by using marijuana and classic psychedelics as an immediate deterrent from alcohol and other harmful addictive substances. The method also uses classic psychedelics as a long-term deterrent from the same. Although the term has been used for decades to describe a method of recovery that utilizes classic psychedelics, such as LSD, mescaline, Psilocybin mushrooms, and cannabis to aid in recovery from harmful and addictive substances, online use of the term only dates back to 2016.[6]
Outcomes
editNot much research has been done on the effects of California Sobriety. However, one study found that residents in sober living houses who used marijuana were significantly more likely to drink alcohol and use other drugs, suggesting that the California sober method may not be a sustainable method of recovery for those attempting to recover from substance use disorders. [7]
The California Sober Method
editThe California Sober method is described as using classic psychedelics, along with talk therapy, meditation, exercise, yoga, and breathwork, to overcome addiction to harmful substances such as Alcoholic beverages, street drugs, and pharmaceuticals. The California Sober method stresses the need to use these substances with the express intent of recovering from Alcoholism, Addiction, and many other Mental disorders.[8]
Methods include California Sober Remediation Therapy (CSRT), which includes Cannabis Remediation Therapy (CRT), Psychedelic Remediation Therapy (PRT), and Meditative Remediation Therapy (MRT).[9] After the initial remediation is complete, the California Sober method relies on psychedelic therapy at intervals that can be anywhere from 1 to 12 months apart, depending on the addict's response to treatment, shortening intervals until they are no longer necessary.[10][11]
The California Sober method also includes Self-help steps, including a specialized form of meditation, three questions, nine goals, and 13 paths that work as therapy to bring the individual to a state of mind that supports recovery.[12]
Popular culture
editDemi Lovato released a song named California Sober on her album Dancing with the Devil... the Art of Starting Over and also speaks about being California Sober in her docuseries Demi Lovato: Dancing with the Devil. Billy Strings released a single named California Sober featuring Willie Nelson.[13] There is also a short movie called California Sober[14]
References
edit- ^ Matei, Adrienne (2024-04-11). "California sober: what does it mean and is it good for you?". The Guardian. ISSN 0261-3077. Retrieved 2024-10-13.
- ^ Londoño, Ernesto (4 February 2024). "What Does Being Sober Mean Today? For Many, Not Full Abstinence". The New York Times. Retrieved 12 October 2024.
- ^ Edmonds, Lauren. "Demi Lovato said she identifies as 'California sober' and still consumes alcohol and marijuana in 'moderation'". Insider. Retrieved 2023-12-29.
- ^ Freeman, Jon (2023-04-28). "Billy Strings and Willie Nelson Tout the Benefits of Being 'California Sober' in New Collab". Rolling Stone. Retrieved 2023-12-29.
- ^ Simmons, W. E. (2022). California Sober - The Science of Recovery. SVDC InDUSTries. pp. 1–282. ISBN 9798218319472.
- ^ "What Does "California Sober" Mean?". Dictionary.com. 2022-08-16. Retrieved 2023-12-30.
- ^ Subbaraman, Meenakshi S.; Mahoney, Elizabeth; Mericle, Amy; Polcin, Douglas (October 2024). "Cannabis use and alcohol and drug outcomes in a longitudinal sample of sober living house residents in California". JSAT. Retrieved October 27, 2024.
- ^ Simmons, W. E. (2022). California Sober - The Science of Recovery (1 ed.). SVDC InDUSTries (published January 12, 2022). ISBN 9798218319472.
- ^ Simmons, W. E. (2022). California Sober - The Science of Recovery (1 ed.). SVDC InDUSTries. ISBN 9798218319472.
- ^ Krebs, T. S.; Johansen, P. O. (2012), "Lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD) for alcoholism: meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials", Database of Abstracts of Reviews of Effects (DARE): Quality-assessed Reviews [Internet], vol. 26, no. 7, Centre for Reviews and Dissemination (UK), pp. 994–1002, doi:10.1177/0269881112439253, PMID 22406913, S2CID 10677273, retrieved 2024-01-09
- ^ Bogenschutz, Michael P.; Ross, Stephen; Bhatt, Snehal; Baron, Tara; Forcehimes, Alyssa A.; Laska, Eugene; Mennenga, Sarah E.; O'Donnell, Kelley; Owens, Lindsey T.; Podrebarac, Samantha; Rotrosen, John; Tonigan, J. Scott; Worth, Lindsay (October 2022). "Percentage of Heavy Drinking Days Following Psilocybin-Assisted Psychotherapy vs Placebo in the Treatment of Adult Patients With Alcohol Use Disorder - A Randomized Clinical Trial". JAMA Psychiatry. 79 (10): 953–962. doi:10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2022.2096. PMC 9403854. PMID 36001306. Retrieved 2024-01-09.
- ^ Simmons, W.E. (2022). California Sober - The Science of Recovery (1 ed.). SVDC InDUSTries. ISBN 9798218319472.
- ^ Willman, Chris (April 27, 2023). "Billy Strings and Willie Nelson Commit to Going 'California Sober' in Duet Released for Willie's Birthday". Variety. Retrieved June 12, 2023.
- ^ "In Popular Culture". IMDb.