Yay! I'm half-way through day 2. Although I went to bed at 9 PM last night, it felt so good to get up this morning and say "I did NOT smoke any weed yesterday!" It helped that my co-worker (and friend) wanted to quit too. Yesterday was the first day in 3 years that I haven't smoked. (I've been smoking longer than 3 years, but 3 years ago I went a week without it, and then right back to doing it daily) I feel good, even though it's only been a day. I think it's the mentality of it all. You know, I'm free to answer ALL phone calls, I won't be scared of running into my parents or anyone they know, I'll be able to walk into any store at any time without the paranoia of people smelling and looking...it's great! Anyway, I just thought I'd share the good news. :-)
Becca,
Good for you - keep it up -- I know you can do it!!!!!!! You are worth it.
Keep posting so we know how you are.
Love, SusanJean
Good for you - keep it up -- I know you can do it!!!!!!! You are worth it.
Keep posting so we know how you are.
Love, SusanJean
Thanks for your support Susan Jean! (and everyone else who has encouraged me over the months) It really is appreciated! I'm into the evening of "Day 2" and I'm still at work. (trying to keep busy) I'm actually finding today a little harder than yesterday. My co-worker (friend) who was supposed to quit with me didn't. I was a little bit discouraged today when I found out, but I can't let that stop me! Actually, she just called a while ago and I asked her how she was doing. The response: "So-and-so and I are just rollin' one!" It's hard when all your friends have been your smoking buddies for so long. I feel like I can't really hang out with anyone until I feel strong enough to resist. But at the same time, I can't stay in hiding either. (sigh) One day at a time....
Becca,
While some may disagree, and I honestly don't want to try and tell you what to do, but for me I just had to stay away from my old pot smoking friends.
My brother asked me Saturday night to try and get some for me and I just found the PROCESS of trying to explain to him why I didn't want to smoke anymore vaguely depessing and somewhat demoralizing.
I know it's hard to stop smoking marijuana; I bet everyone even visiting this board can tell you their horror stories. But I honestly beleive most will agree having friends (or in my case family) pressuring you to keep smoking can put you over the edge.
Congratulations on two days clean. That's quite an accomplishment in itself and you are rightfully proud. Perhaps you can reward yourself: I trip to a nice resturant maybe- or even some fancy ice cream (the last is my favorite thing!) Again, congratulations Becca- I got your back!
Ernie
While some may disagree, and I honestly don't want to try and tell you what to do, but for me I just had to stay away from my old pot smoking friends.
My brother asked me Saturday night to try and get some for me and I just found the PROCESS of trying to explain to him why I didn't want to smoke anymore vaguely depessing and somewhat demoralizing.
I know it's hard to stop smoking marijuana; I bet everyone even visiting this board can tell you their horror stories. But I honestly beleive most will agree having friends (or in my case family) pressuring you to keep smoking can put you over the edge.
Congratulations on two days clean. That's quite an accomplishment in itself and you are rightfully proud. Perhaps you can reward yourself: I trip to a nice resturant maybe- or even some fancy ice cream (the last is my favorite thing!) Again, congratulations Becca- I got your back!
Ernie
I must agree stay away from your pot smoking friends. Cut off all contact for awhile and explain why. Be honest.
My abf didn't smoke for 1 year, got a new job, where they all smoke, in about 2 months he was smoking again, broke my heart, we are trying to wean him off again. It is of coarse up to him...I wish he would quit that job..
Be strong, you can do it.
Dolly
My abf didn't smoke for 1 year, got a new job, where they all smoke, in about 2 months he was smoking again, broke my heart, we are trying to wean him off again. It is of coarse up to him...I wish he would quit that job..
Be strong, you can do it.
Dolly
becca,
i have life long friends that still smoke i have been clean for almost 2 months. i breaks my heart that i have to stay away from them on weekends. it is demoralizing to try to explain why you want to quit,while the whole time they are saying oh yeah right, you...i mean i was the biggest head. it is hard to imagine me not getting high with them. they kinda depended on me for that. but you do what you have to do. hopefully they will understand and hopefully there will be a day they will be going thru the same thing you are going thru, they just arent there yet.
i have life long friends that still smoke i have been clean for almost 2 months. i breaks my heart that i have to stay away from them on weekends. it is demoralizing to try to explain why you want to quit,while the whole time they are saying oh yeah right, you...i mean i was the biggest head. it is hard to imagine me not getting high with them. they kinda depended on me for that. but you do what you have to do. hopefully they will understand and hopefully there will be a day they will be going thru the same thing you are going thru, they just arent there yet.
Ernie, Lion Heart, and Jamv:
How right you are (about the friends). I am now on day one again. I got frustrated with the paperwork I was working on last night, and ended up going to my friends house where, of course, they were all smoking. I said "no" only the first time it was passed around, and then said "oh, what the heck". (me and my rubber arm - but hey, at at least I didn't purchase any) I am not going to let slip-ups discourage me. I just have to try, try, try, try and try some more until I get it right. I know it's somewhat ridiculous to expect to quit for good on the first day, so hopefully this time it will last a little longer. (I know some of you are probably laughing at the fact I couldn't even go 2 full days, but to me, it's a start) Anyway, I couldn't let you all think I was still doing good when in fact I'm not. I will post in a couple of days to let you know how I make out. Peace and strength to you all.
How right you are (about the friends). I am now on day one again. I got frustrated with the paperwork I was working on last night, and ended up going to my friends house where, of course, they were all smoking. I said "no" only the first time it was passed around, and then said "oh, what the heck". (me and my rubber arm - but hey, at at least I didn't purchase any) I am not going to let slip-ups discourage me. I just have to try, try, try, try and try some more until I get it right. I know it's somewhat ridiculous to expect to quit for good on the first day, so hopefully this time it will last a little longer. (I know some of you are probably laughing at the fact I couldn't even go 2 full days, but to me, it's a start) Anyway, I couldn't let you all think I was still doing good when in fact I'm not. I will post in a couple of days to let you know how I make out. Peace and strength to you all.
Becca:
Well, perhaps the best way to think of this set-back is that it is just part of the process. I don't know how long I'll hold out but I can tell you after five weeks I honestly don't even think about weed anymore. It just seems other things just pop up to do.
You understand, of course, that you are the one in control; it wasn't your friends that got you to smoke, you DECIDED to smoke that joint- I think it's always best to be perfectly honest with yourself about this point in particular. I am not saying you are not being honest w/yourself, but consider my comment as more of a point to keep in mind in your next ongoing effort to cease this addiction, that is, if you keep trying to quit, which again is something you will decide; and remember it doesn't make you a bad person if you keep smoking marijana, it is just another choice that you are making. Personally, I do not even think marijuana is by itself isn't necessarily even bad for all people, but I know for me it became way too big of a part of my life, and your description of leaving your friend's place rang only too true for me.
I wish you all the luck in the future in that you continue in your search for happiness and fulfillment, and in my opinion, stopping marijuana use is most likely a part of this quest, which sounds a bit dramatic, but then seeking happiness and a fulfilling life is bit dramatic, yes?
And by the way Becca- I still got your back!
Ernie
Well, perhaps the best way to think of this set-back is that it is just part of the process. I don't know how long I'll hold out but I can tell you after five weeks I honestly don't even think about weed anymore. It just seems other things just pop up to do.
You understand, of course, that you are the one in control; it wasn't your friends that got you to smoke, you DECIDED to smoke that joint- I think it's always best to be perfectly honest with yourself about this point in particular. I am not saying you are not being honest w/yourself, but consider my comment as more of a point to keep in mind in your next ongoing effort to cease this addiction, that is, if you keep trying to quit, which again is something you will decide; and remember it doesn't make you a bad person if you keep smoking marijana, it is just another choice that you are making. Personally, I do not even think marijuana is by itself isn't necessarily even bad for all people, but I know for me it became way too big of a part of my life, and your description of leaving your friend's place rang only too true for me.
I wish you all the luck in the future in that you continue in your search for happiness and fulfillment, and in my opinion, stopping marijuana use is most likely a part of this quest, which sounds a bit dramatic, but then seeking happiness and a fulfilling life is bit dramatic, yes?
And by the way Becca- I still got your back!
Ernie
way to go becca
i am on my 2nd day of withdrawal from pain medication, so i too know what hell is like
i can't wait to conquer it, i used to smoke pot, but changes to lortab, can't say it is any worst or any better, but getting off is the main thing
like the others have posted. try and stay away from any pot smokers, if they are truly friends, they will understand, and they will respect you for that
good luck and good bles
peace out
i am on my 2nd day of withdrawal from pain medication, so i too know what hell is like
i can't wait to conquer it, i used to smoke pot, but changes to lortab, can't say it is any worst or any better, but getting off is the main thing
like the others have posted. try and stay away from any pot smokers, if they are truly friends, they will understand, and they will respect you for that
good luck and good bles
peace out
GREAT JOB IM SO PROUD I KNOW YOU CAN KEEP COUNTING DOWN THE DAYS. YOU DESERVE TO TREAT YOURELF TO ICECREAM OR SOMETHING NEW.........................
Ernie - 5 weeks is really good. Do you really feel better than you did smkg everyday? I am one week clean and feel tired all the time. Is there hope 4 me? Petey
