Weed Break
On a whim, I decided to stop using Cannabis on June 15th. Truthfully, I was getting low on the ounce I bought almost 2 months ago, my goal is to stop for 2 weeks, clear my head, and re-evaluate how I use Cannabis.
Its Readily Accessible Everywhere
I could buy an ounce for $125, shipped, to my door, from an illegal source. Or, I could walk to 7-11 and buy weed from a local shop for $10-15 per gram(!). Shit gets expensive once you start using more and more of it. My use was limited to evenings, and I'd smoke a joint or two, maybe use the vaporizer, and that's about it. I don't crave the stuff; but I found subtle ways it would change you and I knew I had to test myself & stop for a bit..
I Hate Stoner Culture
Big weed signs, huge bongs, green emblems & smoke rings....fuuuck all that. I cannot relate. I tried, I really tried to visit /r/trees and get into the mindset, but I found myself checking out, and moving to /r/petioles or /r/eldertrees out of curiosity. The people I work with do not blaze. There is no work-chat about hitting the bong with the latest Indica strain. We do not reminisce about dropping precious kief dust on the carpet whilst loading up for the next blast. I never got into "nails", "wax", "budder" or even high-thc "shatter". Simple consumer, keep it easy.
Rage and Insatiable Hunger
So this is fucked up, your temper fuse gets shorter and shorter when you consume weed. Also, another consequence is increased hunger and possible weight gain. I mitigated the weight gain by hitting the gym 5 days a week; the extra calories I burned them off easily enough. I adopted a super-fast walking pace that forces my body to work hard during my 20 minute walk each way to work. I'm ashamed to admit that I've finished off a family box of Honey Nut Cheerios in about 3 days, leaving a pissed off spouse in the process. "I can't believe you at the whole fucking box, you asshole!". I quickly blame the cat, but she doesn't buy it. That hunger is on a whole new level. I would get hungry 1 hour after devouring an entire plate of Chinese food.
Withdrawal is a Bitch
The first day of stopping, I felt nausea and hot/cold flashes. My stomach was rumbling and I felt anxious. Day 2 came with almost no negative feelings, but the anxiety remains. To alleviate, I started to walk very fast for 30 minutes and this removed that feeling. Go on youtube and search for cannabis withdrawal. I watched a video of a young woman who smoked 15 grams a day (!). (How is that possible, really?). Her withdrawal was severe and she also suffered from Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome. (see:https://hightimes.com/health/what-is-cannabinoid-hyperemesis-syndrome/ )
I'll likely take it very slow if I decide to resume consuming it. You can quit, but the best way to stop is to plan ahead, remove all temptations, and keep busy. Weed is nothing like Alcohol or Opiate addiction. For me, it's a choice, not a necessity. I've had several family members die from alcohol-related medical problems. Nobody I know has died from Cannabis use. Use it responsibly.
Its Readily Accessible Everywhere
I could buy an ounce for $125, shipped, to my door, from an illegal source. Or, I could walk to 7-11 and buy weed from a local shop for $10-15 per gram(!). Shit gets expensive once you start using more and more of it. My use was limited to evenings, and I'd smoke a joint or two, maybe use the vaporizer, and that's about it. I don't crave the stuff; but I found subtle ways it would change you and I knew I had to test myself & stop for a bit..
I Hate Stoner Culture
Big weed signs, huge bongs, green emblems & smoke rings....fuuuck all that. I cannot relate. I tried, I really tried to visit /r/trees and get into the mindset, but I found myself checking out, and moving to /r/petioles or /r/eldertrees out of curiosity. The people I work with do not blaze. There is no work-chat about hitting the bong with the latest Indica strain. We do not reminisce about dropping precious kief dust on the carpet whilst loading up for the next blast. I never got into "nails", "wax", "budder" or even high-thc "shatter". Simple consumer, keep it easy.
Rage and Insatiable Hunger
So this is fucked up, your temper fuse gets shorter and shorter when you consume weed. Also, another consequence is increased hunger and possible weight gain. I mitigated the weight gain by hitting the gym 5 days a week; the extra calories I burned them off easily enough. I adopted a super-fast walking pace that forces my body to work hard during my 20 minute walk each way to work. I'm ashamed to admit that I've finished off a family box of Honey Nut Cheerios in about 3 days, leaving a pissed off spouse in the process. "I can't believe you at the whole fucking box, you asshole!". I quickly blame the cat, but she doesn't buy it. That hunger is on a whole new level. I would get hungry 1 hour after devouring an entire plate of Chinese food.
Withdrawal is a Bitch
The first day of stopping, I felt nausea and hot/cold flashes. My stomach was rumbling and I felt anxious. Day 2 came with almost no negative feelings, but the anxiety remains. To alleviate, I started to walk very fast for 30 minutes and this removed that feeling. Go on youtube and search for cannabis withdrawal. I watched a video of a young woman who smoked 15 grams a day (!). (How is that possible, really?). Her withdrawal was severe and she also suffered from Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome. (see:https://hightimes.com/health/what-is-cannabinoid-hyperemesis-syndrome/ )
I'll likely take it very slow if I decide to resume consuming it. You can quit, but the best way to stop is to plan ahead, remove all temptations, and keep busy. Weed is nothing like Alcohol or Opiate addiction. For me, it's a choice, not a necessity. I've had several family members die from alcohol-related medical problems. Nobody I know has died from Cannabis use. Use it responsibly.
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