Is it OK to smoke "Pot" occasionally?

Question

Is it OK to smoke "Pot" occasionally?

I ask this because I do know that there are people that smoke on occasion. They smoke Mary Jane as a social event. They smoke it together in groups. Every 4/20 there is a big celebration accross the globe with everyone going out and gathering in their city centers to all smoke together.

Answer 1

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Answer 2

I believe it is okay.

However you should know that any type of smoking is not completely harmless. Even if there was nothing wrong at all with pot, when you smoke you are still inhaling carbon monoxide, which kills brain cells that do not grow back.

I believe that it is interesting that pot is illegal but alcohol and cigarettes aren't.

A good number of the people that think it should be illegal have probably never even tried it and believe in some of things they show in movies, like pot making you hallucinate. People put things like that in movies for humor, but it hurts the image of the drug in a negative way and that's why there are people who are actually against a terminally ill patient (someone who is going to die so the health risks are not as big of a factor) being allowed to smoke it.

I think your question should be rephrased as "Should it be okay to smoke pot occasionally?". Should the law be changed?

The people have brought up the fact that it is illegal and that is a very valid point as even if you don't believe that something is wrong, if you're caught, then you have to deal with the consequences.

Even though I am not the biggest fan of the drug myself, I believe in personal freedom if you are only hurting argueably yourself. If someone has children and they leave pot out in the reach of a little child, then I am totally against that, but if they do it in a responsible manner, I think it SHOULD be okay.

Answer 3

I think it is okay to smoke weed occasionally. I don't understand why people are so against it. It is much better for you than drinking alcohol, AND it gives you a better buzz. I don't smoke myself anymore, but I used to and I never got hooked on other drugs or became stupid. I just lost a lot of stress, and laughed a little. What's so bad about that? It is proven to be something that has helped people medically. The federal government will not make it legal because it grows naturally and they cannot make any money on it, same as vitamins and herbs you find at the health food store. They will not acnowledge natural cures because you can't put a patent on them.

Answer 4

Of course just don't abuse it and you will be fine
I've done it for 45 yrs started at 21 retired comfortably and never tried any other drug

Answer 5

Like alchohol I dont think it's a big deal as long you're old enough to make that decision. But if you are underage like anywhere under 18 then probably not a good idea. But dont fret cuz college is right around the corner then you're just obligated to. (at least once)

Answer 6

People gather together for social events and drink, then they drive off and sometimes kill someone or themselves. Now I am not saying go smoke a joint, but I have seen people high and they were non-violent. I have seen drunks and they were violent! Marijuana can be used for medicinal purposes, hemp is used for clothing,lotions,cooking oil,fuel etc.. Pot is illegal, to buy, sell, or trade it is against the law.

Answer 7

Yes.Despite the hype,'Bush',or naturally grown is fine.It is Hydroponic weed that can cause problems.With bush weed,about 3% of the population should not smoke it,let alone 'Hydro',as they have a predisposition to mental illness.

Answer 8

I don't use any types of drugs. But the way I feel about it is. As long as it doesn't effect anyone else and your children have clean clothes...food in there bellies..and a good place to live. then smoke your brains out. But soon as your kids are going without...or you hurt someone I know... YOUR A** IS MINE!!

Answer 9

A lot of reasons not to. I would avoid it if possible. Nothing morally wrong with it though. It's just not smart when you weigh the risks against the rewards.

Answer 10

Absolutely! It is far less harmful than alcohol or tobacco. As with any drug, there is a chance that somebody might abuse it. But, it is easy to do it responsibly.