A general answer that actually works isn't going to be found by anyone here; you must make the decision to quit. Bear in mind that this answer will be coming from another NORML advocate, but I'll try not to be too biased. Simply put, marijuana is the least dangerous drug that you're going to find. Alcohol and nicotine are far more addictive. So if you do decide to lay off the herb for good, just remember not to fall into the traps of the more lethal, and LEGAL substances. If you still want to move forward with your decision, then ask yourself some questions:
1) What is affecting you worst of all? The money being spent? Or, perhaps you are a student of some sort...in which case, your grades may possibly be slipping? If it is someway affecting the way you live your life, then decide what it's hurting the worst. What is the most negative side effect you commonly experience? When you find the answers to these questions, then you can ask yourself:
2) "Can I handle myself if/when harder drugs are in the picture?" I'm not relating to marijuana being a gateway drug, which I think is a total pile of misinformed b/s, but there is an underlining fact that is undeniable - when you hang around a crowd that regularly smokes pot, you're bound to run in to someone who dances with the harder chemicals. I've been down the road of hardcore drug addiction, my drug of choice was cocaine, and I suffered losses that would be incomprehensible to most people. Nevertheless, I blame my own collective ignorance for my former addiction, not pot. Free-will plays a far greater role in the whole "gateway" theory than pot does.
3) Lastly, when you've finally produced your primary reason for quitting: stick with it. Don't abandon ALL of your friends that still occasionally get stoned, because they're not wickedly evil people, but instead, hang out with them in public places - where smoking a huge doobie would probably be frowned upon.
Once again, you're the only person in the world that can make the decision. Disregard everything that everyone says, including what I'm telling you right now, and make up your own mind why you should quit getting high. Also keep in mind that smoking pot is just as unhealthy, if not more, to your lungs than cigarette smoke. There are safe ways to consume marijuana without the harmful effects of burning it, but that's an answer best left for another question.
Good luck, whatever you decide.
2007-03-10 18:19:22
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answered by Anonymous
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i have been smoking skunk for 16 years now and the facts are that it sucks the life out of you. it is addictive i dont care what anyone says or i would have stopped for both financial and health reasons. drinking is not good advice as this damages your kidney, liver and pancreas and like my mum you could be dead in 10 years. also you should be aware that smoking weed can affect your fertility, something to keep in mind if you wants kids:) try to keep yourself occupied so your not thinking about it too much. the main thing you need is willpower!!!! good luck
2007-03-11 04:02:02
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answer #2
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answered by TERESA 1
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2016-01-30 02:37:47
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answered by ? 3
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why in the world would any one want to quit smoking weed. i can give u plenty reasons to continue smoking but i would never try to deny any one the pleasures of wonderful mary jane. contact me if you would like to view some reasons why i and millions love lady jane.
2007-03-10 17:58:44
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answered by smokehaus420247 1
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It shouldn't be addictive, because it doesn't have the additives like cigarettes do. It's probably psychological, because I don't crave weed the way I used to crave cigarettes.
2007-03-10 17:59:23
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answered by The JZA 2
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change your surroundings, stay away from people, places or things that remind you of weed. when you feel like blazing do something constructive to keep your mind off of it. you could also join a support group
2007-03-10 17:59:11
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answered by alexandra m 1
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find something else that is legal to help you cope with problems. try chocolate, yelling, punching a punching bag. and stop hanging around people who do smoke
2007-03-10 17:54:29
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answered by Bob Marlee 3
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Try taking Chantix , you would have to get a script from your doctor, but it helped me quit smoking ciggs.
2007-03-10 17:53:40
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answered by Boo Radley 4
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Quit - and don't get around other people who are smoking it.
2007-03-10 17:48:30
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answered by Anonymous
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drink beer.....................
2007-03-10 17:48:44
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answered by James k 5
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