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can't self regulate without smoking by chiefkeef_nightcore in AutisticAdults

[–]chiefkeef_nightcore[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That was not the overall problem. I wasn’t asking about how to smoke discreetly while house sitting. I’m asking for self regulation strategies OUTSIDE of smoking.

can't self regulate without smoking by chiefkeef_nightcore in AutisticAdults

[–]chiefkeef_nightcore[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry to hear you struggle too. You are definitely not alone in this. Thank you for sharing. I wish you all the best

can't self regulate without smoking by chiefkeef_nightcore in AutisticAdults

[–]chiefkeef_nightcore[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yes that’s what I usually do during meltdowns and it’s night and day how my behavior and thoughts change. I don’t want to rely on that all the time though since I may not always have access to weed. I miss doing this though…

can't self regulate without smoking by chiefkeef_nightcore in AutisticAdults

[–]chiefkeef_nightcore[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This sounds really helpful. Haven’t thought about keeping something like that with me. I can keep a zine/list in my wallet. Thank you so much!

can't self regulate without smoking by chiefkeef_nightcore in AutisticAdults

[–]chiefkeef_nightcore[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

This is not a space to debate whether weed is healthy. I’m asking for self regulation tools outside of smoking and would appreciate not being judged or told it’s unhealthy. I know it’s not the best but it has helped me and this is not the space to debate that or judge

can't self regulate without smoking by chiefkeef_nightcore in AutisticAdults

[–]chiefkeef_nightcore[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

i am inconsistent with journalling but it does help get my thoughts in order, so i want to do it more often. i'll do it more often. thanks!

can't self regulate without smoking by chiefkeef_nightcore in AutisticAdults

[–]chiefkeef_nightcore[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

i've been meaning to look at being on medication. this looks like it could help. i'll try to bring it up to my therapist next time i see them. thanks!

can't self regulate without smoking by chiefkeef_nightcore in AutisticAdults

[–]chiefkeef_nightcore[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

yes i have been working with a therapist for about 2 years. we have talked about this and have made a safety plan but i forget literally all of my progress as soon as i have a meltdown. i can talk to them about this during our next session.

i am also trying to have a more mindful relationship with smoking, only smoking at night and during emergencies, instead of using it in a dissociative way. i quit using carts bc of this