r/Marijuana • u/Secure_Pizza_1026 • 3d ago
I've given up trying to quit smoking weed, I just accept it as a permanent part of my life
I've been a daily smoker for about 12 years now. Over the years, I've had what I have to believe are common thoughts among most weed smokers- thoughts of quitting from time to time. I've attempted to quit many times over the years, I'd get dwelling on how it's not healthy to be smoking anything, or try lying to myself about not being addicted, or how I find myself being incredibly lazy while I'm high... and with every failed attempt, I'm always miserable within a couple days, I find myself craving it, missing being stoned, missing the smell, missing the sensation of smoking, and I've always gone back. But, no more. I accept that I am a weed smoker and have I have come to the realization that I have no desire to ever quit or attempt to quit smoking ever again. I accept that I am addicted to weed, perhaps not the plant itself, but all of it as a whole. And I am more comfortable with this decision that I ever was with trying to quit. I'm done torturing myself like that.
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u/Pete_maravich 2d ago
I've been smoking for 27 years and my in-laws have me beat by more than 20 years. At this point to me cannabis is like what most people get from coffee and cigarettes. I'm not stoned I'm medicated
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u/No_Philosopher_4338 2d ago
30 year off and on user here. IMO there is no need to quit. I have learned to smoke only on the weekends and to start much later in the day. It’s the best of both worlds. I’m focused, productive and present when needed and enjoy flower consumption when time & schedule allows. Moderation is the key for me.
It’s a great time to be kind. The flower has never been better and the cost has never been more affordable.
Good luck and enjoy yourself!
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u/Cool_CIA 1d ago
We are stoners with you. I just switched to gummies I like them better. No smell and you can do them and nobody knows 😁
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u/Muted-Jackrabbit 1d ago
I just started smoking daily 2 years ago, I was super healthy. Went to the gym, motivated to do other things etc. beginning of 2025 I decided to quit, I was good until I got the weekend off from work and decided to “party” in other words smoke. I’ve partied about 5 or 6 times this year and just decided I’m going to quit for a while a few days ago (maybe a couple months this time). I decided to quit because I’ve gained about 30 pounds after starting, I quit the gym, my health started declining etc. It’s not hard for me to quit but like you said I miss everything about it when I do. Withdrawals include mood swings and depression. I’m lost without it the first few days to say the least. But when I’m smoking my real life problems go away and I’m cool as hell. (My jobs has me constantly stressed) Only downside is I’m stuck in the house because I refuse to drive, I’m glued to the couch, eating everything unhealthy, and never get anything done. BUT I’m happy. Long story short, it’s pros and cons to it. If you still function properly I don’t see a problem with accepting it. If it’s holding you back then you have to put your foot down for sure. I’m only 28 but my body has definitely changed compared to before I smoked and was hella active. My knees hurt like shit after I decided to run full court ball with the HS kids like I’ve been in the gym full time smh
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u/boxofrayne1 2d ago
i did this a long time ago too. to be honest the constant battle back and forth between smoking and feeling guilty for it got too much and since accepting it into my life i’ve been a much happier person …
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u/BarrierTrio3 1d ago
Only thing that's worked for me is moving to China. Aint no weed here lol, and even if I did somehow find it I'd be afraid to do it
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u/Aardvark-Linguini 1d ago
Weed helps people cope with the imbalance of the modern world. If it’s not getting in the way of things that you need or want to do then there isn’t much need to give it up if it makes you happy.
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u/Playful_Question538 Enthusiast 2d ago
There's nothing inherently wrong with consuming THC. It has many benefits. It has some drawbacks too. The most obvious drawbacks are inhalation of smoke and a lack of motivation. There are variables that can offset those drawbacks. The most obvious answer would be to ingest THC other ways than smoking and don't use THC when you have things to do that involve life. Only use it when you can really enjoy it.
I smoke cigarettes, drink beer and smoke weed so I'm preaching to no other human. I just do it when I don't have to be focused on what it takes for me to make money and live.
Good luck my friend.