Comments on: Reasons to Quit Marijuana #3 – Relationships

By: Jim

Jim — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 15:47:06 +0000

This article is a bunch of BS
I am a daily, cronic smoker. Im 31 now and been smoking since I’m 15-16.
I could not disagree more with most of this story and especially the concentration part.
I can not stay focused for very long when im not high.
Pot for me is the perfect anti depressant, anti anxiety, motivational drug. I really don’t feel like doing anything when I am not high. My anxiety level goes through the roof and i feel out of control. When I’m high I can focus, and get things done. Also when I’m high I don’t sit and shovel food in my mouth, I’m doing laundry, cleaning anything that will stand still long enough and honestly most times I forget to eat.
Now as far as relationships, I choose not to lie and be honest and upfront about everything I do. If my partner can’t accept what I do then the relationship is not worth having at all. I have no problems accepting people for who they are and I expect the same. I have never had anyone tell me that we can’t date cuz I smoke pot.
So, I would love to see some actual science about the claims made in this story.
The point is you have to live your life, do what makes you happy. Otherwise there is no point in living your life if your gonna live it to please other people.

By: Guy in FL

Guy in FL — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 20:41:31 +0000

Hey man, Im getting ready to quit after 2 years.

After reading your reasons to quit smoking, I’ve noticed that I have many of the same symptoms and feelings that you’ve expressed. I strongly agree with the financial status of ones life and the relationships of ones life. Marijuana DOES interfere with my love life (I havent dated in over a year due to…well, you know) and I miss feeling the warmth of a woman. Also, I do spend a lot of money on pot. But, I’m pretty good at balancing my budget so I still buy clothes, work on my car, go out, pay tuition, etc.

Honestly, marijuana has led me to meet very spiritual and happy people. But, none of these people have a partner…which kind of scares me about my future. That is EXACTLY why I am quitting. I’ve quit before for a couple years and it was not that difficult for me. This time will not be much different. Its all about your attitude towards quiting. Since I exercise frequently and somewhat outgoing (mainly towards guys because I am VERY shy with girls), I know that the bag of colorful frosty leaves that I will buy tonight will be my last (the last time I quit, I bought the best weed I could find and smoked it as a “celebration” to a new lifestyle). I’ll have my last blunt at my friends graduation party this weekend and THAT IS IT.

Wish me luck ;]

By: Brian

Brian — Thu, 20 May 2010 01:00:16 +0000

My name is Brian, im eighteen years old and pot has nearly ruined my entire future and even my life. Before i embark upon my story, i would like to say i appreciate this site greatly, and i only ask that people pray for me, no matter your religion, i will do the same in return. I have stolen on two separate occasions, from two high profile social clubs, to support my pot addiction. I would go into the locker rooms of these clubs, places where people pay big money to go and relax and use as a place of private recluse, and go through their pockets and steal. Think about that, what type of scum bag does that. I did it.
I smoked pot the first time freshman year, i didn’t inhale right so only felt some mild effects.. .mainly, it was just weird, i didn’t like it much. Then one night i smoked a blunt and had the most amazing feeling, after that i was hooked. I was mesmerized by all the different types of weed, and all the cool accessories that could be purchased along with the weed.
It got to the point where i had a huge bong, a vape, and and a bubbler, all while being open to rolling anything up. I was smoking five or six times a day for three years. It changed me into a different person, im not the same, im depressed and anxious when i cant smoke. But it has upset my family so much and i have ruined so many years that i can never have back, thats what hurts the most. I never want to see my father and mother cry, ever. Im afraid i’ve done so much damage already to the point that i could never regain my parents trust.
Ill do everything i can to prove to myself that i can do this. I will do this. I will reform my life, I can. We can. I look forward to reading more posts, we need to stick together in this fight. I love my family and will reform for them.
One question lingers in my mind, is it better to quit cold turkey after being a five or six time a day smoker for years, or should i ween off to once a day?
Love you guys, Let’s do this!

By: Colin

Colin — Sat, 01 May 2010 22:07:54 +0000

I started using pot when I was fifteen. Now I am staring at the closer side of thirty (29 now) and wondering, why? Why continue to use? I went back to school at 26. For that first year I didn’t smoke. At the end of that first year I let myself smoke and never stopped. That was two years ago. I am gainfully employed and trying to continue my education post undergrad but my concentration and ability to retain/learn new info is at an all time low.

I look around me. Most of the people who use pot on a regular basis also drink a lot and smoke cigarettes. I quit smoking cigarettes a month ago, now pot is next.

I want my memory back. I want to have meaningful adult relationship. I think pot is holding me back. I need to get a second job, but I am always tired and anxious. I don’t care what people say about weed’s relaxing effects, I am a true believe that long-term chronic use causes anxiety problems. Now I do. I wonder if over time and cessation if these feelings will diminish?

I have lost feelings of happiness and I am tired of self-medicating. I basically need to surround myself with other who don’t drink to excess or use pot. I think that would probably do wonders!

By: Darr West

Darr West — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 07:41:39 +0000

The author of this is NOT a functional stoner. Not keeping appointments? Not maintaining relationships – that’s not being a stoner but more on the level of looser. There is a difference between a “loose” stoner and a “tight” one – if you zone out, loose all time sense, drop mental importance, you DO have an issue. Mine was cured this way – if you loose all sense of responsibility, you will lose your job, your lifestyle, family and the ability to consume mother nature. So being a loose stoner is counterproductive to life. The goal is to “fight the stone” and learn the creative and problem solving enhancements that pot brings to the table. A good start is only consume weed with HIGH THC and LOW CBD.. very important – keep your weed cool – THC converts to CBD in hot environment. CBD is the compound that makes weed “sleepy” and contributes to the “stone” quality. THC on the other hand is light and “happy” so find and grow strains that have high levels of THC to CBD values.

I was trained to “be cool” and “meet the need” even as a stoner. If being a stoner interferes with these two rules then “chill” until your off the clock so to speak.

Pot, like any substance we ingest can alter our chemistry – I’ve gotten a better buzz off of Krispy Creme donuts… it’s balance folks. If you can’t afford it or it gets in the way of “Being cool” and “meeting your needs” then roll it back – I can smoke alot or a little depending on demands placed on me. Another 80’s rule is to detox at least once a year – like Lent – give it up for awhile – the brain resets, gives the synapsis a rest and you move on.

This author has always been a loose stoner and this blog reinforces a drug mentality – pot is natural – a gift from God, but like all gifts it requires balance and having an understanding of your body and limitations.