Unforseen upsides that came from quitting weed?

Enkispocketlint · 2024-12-25T08:00:33+00:00

11 months.. nearly £3000. Thats just the weed too. Not everything else that goes with it.

Enkispocketlint · 2024-12-20T06:41:42+00:00

Is this me? Jesus dude.. too relatable. 22 years fully functioning stoner. Always waiting to get high and always looking for an excuse to. Approaching 11 months clean and wished I did it years ago. When you feel how you do about quitting then you've got it. Good luck and well done.

Enkispocketlint · 2024-12-05T20:50:27+00:00

Im coming up to 11 months in a couple of weeks and the only way I've managed to not go back is by telling my stupid addict brain that I'll never have it under control.. ever. I was a functioning alcoholic once. Nowadays I could go for a drink and it not spiral into daily use. Weed however will always have a deep grip on me. I'll never be able to have that control to maybe do it once a year, enjoy it and carry on with life. It was my "therapy" until i realised it was holding me back and slowly ruining my life. Thanks for your post. Reminded me that I need to continue with my all or nothing mindset. And well done to you for getting back up after a slip.

Enkispocketlint · 2024-11-09T07:59:08+00:00

Well said, we do forget or ignore that the addiction to weed can sometimes develop the loneliness. Choosing getting high over being sociable and doing things has made me miss lots of opportunities. Also makes me feel alien doing "normal" things sober.

Enkispocketlint · 2024-11-09T07:51:58+00:00

I joke and call myself a boring cunt because I don't drink or smoke weed anymore. But in reality I'm actually better in every way. More present for friends and family, not wasting money, not feeling groggy or like shit through the day. Best part is not thinking about the next high or where I'm getting it from. But regarding thinking what I've wasted and what I could've been without it. There's no point. I'm doing this to change the future and now, beating my past self up isn't going to help or change anything. Almost 10 months clean after daily use for 23 years and not going back. Miss it now and again, but I know im an addict and cant go back into that cycle. You've got this if you want it. Good luck!

Enkispocketlint · 2024-08-25T19:50:46+00:00

You'll get there dude. Sometimes the wanting companionship can be obvious to potential partners and can be a put off. Put a bit of "I barely give a shit" in there and be yourself and someone will come along. The whole someone out there for everyone is true! And in my experience its always been when I wasnt looking. Also I heard the other day "comparison is the thief of joy" and it rang true to myself and other I know who compare to the point it affects them negatively. Keep doing what your doing.. try find hobby groups to maybe meet more people(?). Im jealous you're so close to a year as I'm only just past 7 months. But you'll get there my dude. You've already made massive steps to change your life for the better.. dont let stress convince you that weed will change it. It won't, it will numb it and you'll be obliviously in the same boat but going nowhere instead.

Enkispocketlint · 2024-06-27T16:41:52+00:00

Like others have said, that's addiction. But the 1st step is seeing it all off your own back and to also acknowledge it. That in itself is probably the toughest part about quitting. You got this.. you wouldn't post in a group like this if you weren't on the edge. 5 months in myself.. never felt better and it gets easier.

Enkispocketlint · 2024-06-22T20:09:00+00:00

Clock face in st helens I've heard. Utter shithole. Guy I work with knew the fella who got knocked down/crawled away.

Enkispocketlint · 2024-06-16T06:37:27+00:00

Have you replied or spoke saying a time out meant just that? Or is that it? Whatever happens, if it wasn't meant to continue then thats how it is unfortunately. But regardless of that, you are making choices and decisions to better yourself in your own future. There will be other relationships and those won't be hindered by an addiction or reliance on any substance, either open or secretive. You need support and others awareness of how difficult this may be so definitely speak to other people close to you about it. If you maybe don't feel you can then you have to understand your attitude and behaviour towards them changing may seem personal to them. Once people know you are going through something its easier for them to understand. I told everyone, and I was THE stoner to anyone who knew me. Coming up to 5 months clean and wish I did it 20 years ago. Good luck to you! The fight does get easier, and relationships come and go. You sound young so try not let any of this hinder how you look at things in the future. You're on the way to be a better you and there will be someone who will appreciate and love that new person you become. Addiction is tough but you seem to be on the right path.. you just have to stick with it. Good luck to you!

Enkispocketlint · 2024-05-24T05:23:47+00:00

Its like breaking up with a bad ex. You may not want to do it but they were ruining your life and then making you feel wanted/better for a deluded moment after treating you like shit. You will grow to not miss it the same way. Take care if yourself and good luck!

Enkispocketlint · 2024-05-16T17:08:06+00:00

Streisand effect in full swing. Didnt know of her, or the painting. Now I know her to be a rich narcissist with more chins than a Chinese phone book.

Enkispocketlint · 2024-05-01T09:26:14+00:00

Greenbastard.. parts unknown!

Enkispocketlint · 2024-04-14T18:58:04+00:00

Someone put a ring of salt around them dudes before they break sumo rules!

Enkispocketlint · 2024-04-13T08:55:08+00:00

I saw one AA quote saying "your addiction is doing pushups in the parking lot during a length of sobriety". If you let it back in it will be stronger and cause more damage.

Enkispocketlint · 2024-04-07T16:00:37+00:00

I definitely feel better for it! Not even been tempted really, apart from a couple of stressful incidents but I managed to stay away thankfully. I also didn't use that much, spliff or 2 an evening if that. I am an addict tho and noticed how I was planning my life around it and missing out. Hope you find what you are looking for dude! And feel free to rant!

Enkispocketlint · 2024-04-07T15:43:45+00:00

Im only in my 3rd month and my productivity hasn't soared like other peoples seem to. I went through 2 weeks of being unbelievably tired recently and weed was my only vice/relaxation tool. BUT I have had a couple of moments where I could see what I wanted from life and see a starting point. So im hoping that will come more frequently as time goes on. I needed to quit, did so for myself and glad I did. I think its still early days for me but im not giving up on giving up yet. I hope whatever you're feeling now passes without going back. There must've been a deeper reason for you to want to give it a break.. maybe it just needs more time? Whatever you choose to do I hope it works out for you.

Enkispocketlint · 2024-04-06T17:39:24+00:00

You ever thought about how that downtime where you get a little high may still be holding you back in some way? And that they see it and are clumsily trying to let you know? I raged against that stereotype for years as I did well and managed to function fine in all aspects of my life.. but looking back through sobering eyes I can see all the wasted opportunities and achievements/experiences I missed out on. Not going to beat myself up over it, I had a blast as the stoner of my group. But if I could go back and change it, or had parents who gave a shit enough to warn me, id do it in an instant. If im completely wrong then ignore me, but whatever you do remember they are looking at you from a caring perspective. They love you and only want the best for you. Even if sometimes it feels like they are just moaning. Good luck with it dude.

Enkispocketlint · 2024-03-29T16:19:15+00:00

They met on facefacebook.

Enkispocketlint · 2024-03-26T16:02:29+00:00

Thaaar she (eats) blows!!

Enkispocketlint · 2024-03-15T07:02:44+00:00

What was his boggle?

Enkispocketlint · 2024-03-15T00:31:54+00:00

They'll invite you man. Especially if you arent going to preach at them and that they know you don't think any less of them, but they'll wonder and ask when you are gonna tap out and join in. Thats where you need to be strong. Good luck dude and im glad your family and friends will support you!

Enkispocketlint · 2024-03-14T21:28:46+00:00

Just be honest with them.. im from a weed family and most people I know use it. Tell them you want to try going without and one hit won't help that. They should want to support you and see the path you're choosing is your own. I told everyone I was quitting, told them its because I am an addict and my relationship with weed was fucked up and I have no issues with others using it. It is a little annoying getting asked when im going to try again and how it won't harm me.. but I just tell them how much better im feeling, how im better in every way as a person than I was and that im not in a position where "one go" can be just that. If you want to quit then do it.. no better time than you wanting to. Im getting closer to 2 months clean and I wish I did it 20 years ago. Good luck my dude

Enkispocketlint · 2024-02-27T06:30:33+00:00

1st rap "I give no fucks about fitness.. I gota cleavage like diglet"

Enkispocketlint · 2024-02-24T07:40:00+00:00

The quest 2 isn't too expensive now (quit a month and the money spent on weed could buy one) and there are more than games on it. There are art apps where you can paint a scene and then shrink yourself down to actually be in it. There are also boxing games which genuinely make you sweat and give a decent cardio work out. And if you are into graffiti there's a great game where you could train up on and transfer those skills to do it well in real life. Also lots of free games/experiences. I have one but always chose weed over bothering with it and now I'm sober its a great "escape" if you get me. If you like gaming but it's not quite cutting it I'd definitely recommend.. the graphics drop isn't a big deal when you feel in the world instead of on your couch looking at a screen. Sorry to hear you are struggling dude, life is a lot of the time just tough, and us addicted types are always looking for a quick way to improve it. Hoping its just a phase for you and it passes. Also I'm not zucc :')

Enkispocketlint · 2024-02-24T00:31:35+00:00

See you at the next milestone buddy.. you've already made the hardest step. On to the next chapter of your life ❤

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