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Demi Lovato’s struggle with drugs and her nuanced relationship with cannabis offer a perspective on the complexities of addiction and the personal nature of recovery that she been enduring since her teenage years. She first experimented with drugs and alcohol as a teenager. This early exposure to opioids marked the beginning of a turbulent relationship with substances.

At 17, she had begun using cocaine. Though her stance was controversial, she continued to advocate for personal autonomy in recovery, emphasizing the importance of individual choice in managing sobriety.

Demi embarked on a journey of recovery, adopting a stance she termed “California sober.” Notably, Elton John expressed his doubts in Lovato’s YouTube docuseries, “Demi Lovato: Dancing with the Devil,” stating, “Moderation doesn’t work. Sorry.” Nonetheless, Lovato continued to advocate for personal autonomy in recovery, emphasizing the importance of individual choice in managing sobriety.
Realizing the limitations and potential dangers of her “California sober” approach, she announced a shift toward complete sobriety in 2021.

Lovato’s frank discussion about her struggles with substances, particularly the role of cannabis in her life, sheds light on the complex nature of addiction and the importance of flexibility in recovery strategies. Her journey underscores the notion that recovery is not a linear process but a continuous journey of self-discovery and adaptation.



Read more: Demi Lovato’s Battle With Drugs: How She Made Shift From ‘Cali Sober’ To ‘Sober Sober’