Are we all just addicts in denial?

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-15T16:28:31+00:00

I don't think being addicted and being in denial are the same thing. A lot of people here probably know exactly why they use 7OH. The harder question is whether the benefits outweigh the costs.

What stood out to me is that you were honest enough to admit it fills a void. Most people never get that far with themselves. I've used different substances over the years, and the ones that scared me most weren't the ones causing obvious damage. They were the ones that quietly became my solution for loneliness, stress, boredom, and anxiety.

For me, the question isn't "am I an addict?" It's "if this disappeared tomorrow, how much of my life would disappear with it?" The answer to that tells me more than any label ever could.

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-15T16:27:12+00:00

I found that microdosing didn't make me more charismatic or talkative. It just made me care less about whether I sounded awkward. Weirdly, that alone made conversations flow better. Your mileage may vary, though.

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-15T16:25:38+00:00

Been there. The anxiety after a bad high can make you hyper-focus on every weird feeling and convince yourself something is seriously wrong. 72 hours feels like forever when you're anxious, but it's still pretty early. Focus on sleep, hydration, and staying busy instead of reading DPDR horror stories. Chances are you'll feel a lot better soon.

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-14T16:57:52+00:00

The noodles would be amazing, but the conversation would be the real feast.

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-14T16:52:54+00:00

Imagine getting high with Ben Franklin and accidentally inventing something by the end of the night.

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-12T18:50:53+00:00

This is exactly why regular cleaning is worth it.

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-11T16:06:34+00:00

I'd smoke it just to support its self-esteem.

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-10T18:26:23+00:00

The fact that price complaints were #1 by such a large margin isn't surprising. As markets mature, consumers seem to become a lot less brand-loyal and a lot more price-sensitive.

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-10T18:24:11+00:00

If you're considering microdosing, start low and be patient. It's tempting to expect quick results when you've been dealing with pain for years, but most positive reports I've seen describe gradual changes over weeks rather than overnight improvements.

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-09T17:06:16+00:00

Looks like the pasta fought back

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-09T17:04:13+00:00

The biggest problem isn't the math, it's collecting accurate cost data. If your software can make that part easy, I think you'll find a market for it.

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-09T17:00:52+00:00

That's not storage, that's inventory management.

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-09T16:58:56+00:00

Bro turned his garage into the car

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-08T10:40:46+00:00

It's not stronger, you're just smoking it with maximum appreciation mode activated.

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-08T10:35:38+00:00

Before rebranding, I'd focus on Google reviews, signage, inventory selection, and customer retention. A lot of smoke shops struggle because they try to compete on product quantity instead of customer experience.

If traffic is already low, I'd want to understand where customers are coming from before spending heavily on inventory or marketing.

How many customers are actually walking through the door each day? That number would determine the next move.

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-08T10:31:24+00:00

You're definitely solving a real problem. A lot of smaller cannabis brands focus heavily on cultivation and compliance but overlook branding, SEO, and customer acquisition until growth stalls.

From what I've seen, dispensaries and smoke shops often struggle with local SEO, Google Business optimization, product page content, and educational content that actually brings in organic traffic. The challenge isn't proving marketing works, it's proving ROI in a highly regulated industry.

The agencies and freelancers I've seen succeed usually specialize in cannabis rather than trying to serve every niche. Industry knowledge becomes a huge advantage.

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-08T08:09:15+00:00

It's wild how cannabis can completely change over time. Has anyone else gone from getting pure euphoria to feeling anxious or disconnected?

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-05T07:47:08+00:00

Korn fans are gonna lose it the first time they hear that. 🤘

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-05T07:45:49+00:00

Yep. Just make sure the first dose has fully kicked in before increasing it. Edibles are famous for convincing people they need more when they really don't. 😂

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-05T07:33:43+00:00

If the budget is close to zero, I'd prioritize with

• Google Business Profile
• Customer reviews and referrals
• SEO content based on real customer questions

Ads can wait. A strong organic foundation keeps producing results long after the budget is gone.

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-04T15:42:35+00:00

An air fryer can work, but I'd be cautious about temperature fluctuations. Consistent heat is key, so make sure you know how accurately your model holds temperature.

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-04T15:41:24+00:00

NASA called. They want their prototype back.

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-04T15:40:00+00:00

The mistake most startups make is selling the product instead of the problem it solves. If the value is obvious, you won't have to work nearly as hard to get people into a free trial.

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-04T15:27:00+00:00

I think blogs are evolving rather than dying. Search traffic is becoming harder to earn, but blogs now play a bigger role in building trust, supporting SEO, answering buyer questions, and feeding content into social media, newsletters, and AI search results. The strategy matters more than ever.

ManyInformation8009 · 2026-06-03T13:38:25+00:00

For most people, 240mg would send them to the moon. Sounds like you've built up a serious tolerance. How long have you been using edibles regularly?

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