Are you trying to stop smoking weed? Maybe you've thought about it for a long time but haven't taken the necessary steps yet. Read on for some tips to help you quit smoking weed for good.
Marijuana or weed used to be considered a "soft" drug. However, during the recent years, ever more potent crops of weed have become available, and they lead to stronger and stronger physical as well as psychological dependence. And that makes it harder and harder to quit.
First, there is the debate as to whether you should stop cold turkey or gradually. It may depend on your personality, but generally, quitting cold turkey is easier - you get it over with and after a week or two, your withdrawal symptoms are slowly subsiding.
Still those withdrawal symptoms can be considerable. Chief among them is anxiety. And the fear alone of the kind of anxiety you could expect can keep you from even trying to quit.
So what does it take?
1) Make a commitment
First of all, you have to be committed to quitting. If you aren't, you're not going to make it. It's hard, and unless you really want to quit, it's unlikely that it will stick.
2) Get a support system
You should surround yourself with a support system. Instead of hanging out with your smoking buddies who will try to talk you into joining them, once again, you should stay clear of any context where you might feel tempted.
Instead, stick with people who support you in your efforts to quit smoking pot. They should be understanding of how challenging it is and help you through any anxiety and mood swings you may have to deal with as you ride out your cravings.
3) Distract yourself
Find other activities that do not involve smoking weed. If you engage in hobbies, outdoors activities, or activities in places where smoking weed is impossible, you will find it much easier to resist temptation. After a while, you might be distracted enough that you won't even think of smoking anymore, or at least not very often.
4) Get help
Get the help you need. There are a number of things that can help you, from supplements to hypnosis and acupuncture. Don't hesitate to ask for the help you need to quit and stay quit.
5) Think of the benefits
Before you even start the process of quitting, make a list of all the reasons why you want to quit. There are many reasons why it's a good idea to stop smoking pot. Your brain will thank you. And there are many other health benefits, including a much reduced chance of coming down with lung cancer.
Marijuana or weed used to be considered a "soft" drug. However, during the recent years, ever more potent crops of weed have become available, and they lead to stronger and stronger physical as well as psychological dependence. And that makes it harder and harder to quit.
First, there is the debate as to whether you should stop cold turkey or gradually. It may depend on your personality, but generally, quitting cold turkey is easier - you get it over with and after a week or two, your withdrawal symptoms are slowly subsiding.
Still those withdrawal symptoms can be considerable. Chief among them is anxiety. And the fear alone of the kind of anxiety you could expect can keep you from even trying to quit.
So what does it take?
1) Make a commitment
First of all, you have to be committed to quitting. If you aren't, you're not going to make it. It's hard, and unless you really want to quit, it's unlikely that it will stick.
2) Get a support system
You should surround yourself with a support system. Instead of hanging out with your smoking buddies who will try to talk you into joining them, once again, you should stay clear of any context where you might feel tempted.
Instead, stick with people who support you in your efforts to quit smoking pot. They should be understanding of how challenging it is and help you through any anxiety and mood swings you may have to deal with as you ride out your cravings.
3) Distract yourself
Find other activities that do not involve smoking weed. If you engage in hobbies, outdoors activities, or activities in places where smoking weed is impossible, you will find it much easier to resist temptation. After a while, you might be distracted enough that you won't even think of smoking anymore, or at least not very often.
4) Get help
Get the help you need. There are a number of things that can help you, from supplements to hypnosis and acupuncture. Don't hesitate to ask for the help you need to quit and stay quit.
5) Think of the benefits
Before you even start the process of quitting, make a list of all the reasons why you want to quit. There are many reasons why it's a good idea to stop smoking pot. Your brain will thank you. And there are many other health benefits, including a much reduced chance of coming down with lung cancer.
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