Weed and Worry

[abeja]

I was high the other night and I was thinking about things that would normally make me freak the fuck out, it was like a failed attempt at worrying. I was "worrying" but I just COULD NOT feel any anxiety or panic over the thoughts. I felt separated from it. The thoughts were there, but I just could give a fuck, really. Also everything I was lying against or was on top of me felt... really really good. I mean in some positions my body felt uncomfortable but at the same time the sensation of touching something was great. Hell, just breathing felt great, everything was great.


I know you guys probably are sick of hearing about pot but I'd like to know if you've experienced the same sort of feelings. I'm sure this type of attitude isn't exclusive to pot, either. Any other substances that make you just not give a fuck?

[The Pat-Man]

I have generalized anxiety whatever, and I feel like that sober sometimes. Worrying myself to death but eventually I just get sick of it. I just don't have more shits to give.

[cellophane]

So... Lemmie get this straight, you wanna know who else feels chilled out when they're stoned? FFS, that's why people get high.

Please don't tell me it was your first time.

[abeja]

Originally Posted by The Pat-Man

I have generalized anxiety whatever, and I feel like that sober sometimes. Worrying myself to death but eventually I just get sick of it. I just don't have more shits to give.

I can't do that normally, I have to distract my mind completely from whatever is troubling me or else the feelings just ferment inside of me, the more I think about something troublesome it just gets worse and worse.

[abeja]

Originally Posted by cellophane

So... Lemmie get this straight, you wanna know who else feels chilled out when they're stoned? FFS, that's why people get high.

Please don't tell me it was your first time.

I know, it's a stupid question I guess. But it's like I was thinking about my problems but it wouldn't get to me... it didn't emotionally effect me, and I just found that interesting.


Also I know people who just can't stand weed at all, where it makes their anxiety WORSE than normal. So I suppose the effects vary across the board.

[Doki66]

Originally Posted by abeja

I was high the other night and I was thinking about things that would normally make me freak the fuck out, it was like a failed attempt at worrying. I was "worrying" but I just COULD NOT feel any anxiety or panic over the thoughts. I felt separated from it. The thoughts were there, but I just could give a fuck, really. Also everything I was lying against or was on top of me felt... really really good. I mean in some positions my body felt uncomfortable but at the same time the sensation of touching something was great. Hell, just breathing felt great, everything was great.


I know you guys probably are sick of hearing about pot but I'd like to know if you've experienced the same sort of feelings. I'm sure this type of attitude isn't exclusive to pot, either. Any other substances that make you just not give a fuck?

What strain did you smoke?

[abeja]

Originally Posted by Doki66

What strain did you smoke?

No idea, but it was a mixture of some reggie and some dank.

[cellophane]

Originally Posted by abeja

Also I know people who just can't stand weed at all, where it makes their anxiety WORSE than normal. So I suppose the effects vary across the board.

You're right. Some people just shouldn't smoke weed. Some of us are wired differently, and as such, react differently to stress, anxiety and most importantly, Drugs. That said, I do think that anyone with chronic anxiety should at least TRY cannabis. Only one way to know if it works for you.

I don't smoke to be a goofy, clumsy idiot. I do it because sometimes I need to wind down after work. Or after paying my fucking bills. That always gets me anxious and worrisome. The goofy, clumsy, stoned part is just a welcome side-effect.

[iMagiNation]

You must be one with your anxiety, and shit.

[arleybob]

weed usually brings my troubles to the fore-front, and can make me pretty anxious sometimes. unless i'm in bed, listening to music - then i'm totally fine.

[The Pat-Man]

Yea it's almost like acid for me, I need to be in a chill or enjoyable environment for me to enjoy weed.

[arleybob]

speaking of which, i've been meaning to have a psychedelic experience again soon. just to bust away the nonsense that builds up after going through the motions for too long

[abeja]

Originally Posted by cellophane

You're right. Some people just shouldn't smoke weed. Some of us are wired differently, and as such, react differently to stress, anxiety and most importantly, Drugs. That said, I do think that anyone with chronic anxiety should at least TRY cannabis. Only one way to know if it works for you.

I don't smoke to be a goofy, clumsy idiot. I do it because sometimes I need to wind down after work. Or after paying my fucking bills. That always gets me anxious and worrisome. The goofy, clumsy, stoned part is just a welcome side-effect.

I have a lot of anxiety issues, mainly social. I think it helps me take life less seriously too, after I'm done being high. I just don't care about people's opinion of me as much. It's still there, but not as bad.

[Valheru]

Originally Posted by abeja

I have a lot of anxiety issues, mainly social. I think it helps me take life less seriously too, after I'm done being high. I just don't care about people's opinion of me as much. It's still there, but not as bad.

Happiness is an inside job, bro.

You need to realise that EVERYONE is too self-absorbed to give a shit about others. So stop worrying about what others think, because I can guarantee you they aren't thinking about you, and are worried about what others think. Ironic innit?

[The Pat-Man]

Originally Posted by Valheru

Happiness is an inside job, bro.

You need to realise that EVERYONE is too self-absorbed to give a shit about others. So stop worrying about what others think, because I can guarantee you they aren't thinking about you, and are worried about what others think. Ironic innit?

good advice

[cellophane]

Originally Posted by Valheru

Happiness is an inside job, bro.

You need to realise that EVERYONE is too self-absorbed to give a shit about others. So stop worrying about what others think, because I can guarantee you they aren't thinking about you, and are worried about what others think. Ironic innit?

You make a good point. And I agree. But for a lot of people, getting past their waking fears and worries is difficult. Personally, I see drugs(cannabis in particular) as a lubricant of sorts. To help us get to that sweet spot of happiness.

[The Pat-Man]

Originally Posted by cellophane

You make a good point. And I agree. But for a lot of people, getting past their waking fears and worries is difficult. Personally, I see drugs(cannabis in particular) as a lubricant of sorts. To help us get to that sweet spot of happiness.

for some, but it really does freak some people out. Alot of people drink for that reason too, which is what i do tbh.

[cellophane]

Originally Posted by The Pat-Man

for some, but it really does freak some people out. Alot of people drink for that reason too, which is what i do tbh.

Different strokes, I suppose.

Can't stand alcohol, personally.

[The Pat-Man]

exactly.


it's amazing how similar and yet completely different we as individuals all are.

[Valheru]

I see personal problems as divided into two classes: existentialist and internal. Existentialist problems are the bullshit ones, such as worrying about what others think about you. Internalist problems are the introspective ones where you worry, ferinstance, about measuring how you've treated others, or the bad decisions you've made in life, against your own personal moral compass.

Cannabis is a guide along the path to dealing with the latter. It can't help you with the former, because those problems aren't real. They're paranoid problems, and they fuck up a good trip. You can't measure yourself against others' moral compasses, there is no way to know those. If your problems are existentialist, stay away from weed until you get to know yourself better.

[abeja]

Originally Posted by Valheru

I see personal problems as divided into two classes: existentialist and internal. Existentialist problems are the bullshit ones, such as worrying about what others think about you. Internalist problems are the introspective ones where you worry, ferinstance, about measuring how you've treated others, or the bad decisions you've made in life, against your own personal moral compass.

Cannabis is a guide along the path to dealing with the latter. It can't help you with the former, because those problems aren't real. They're paranoid problems, and they fuck up a good trip. You can't measure yourself against others' moral compasses, there is no way to know those. If your problems are existentialist, stay away from weed until you get to know yourself better.

It made me not think about what others thought of me as much... so I don't understand what you're getting at.

[Valheru]

dude you need to grok how fake the worry is in the first place. Then you won't need weed to deal with it.

Cut the bullshit out of your life, for it cuts the bullshit out of weed. Nothing better than carefree blazing, man.

[cellophane]

Originally Posted by Valheru

dude you need to grok how fake the worry is in the first place. Then you won't need weed to deal with it.

Cut the bullshit out of your life, for it cuts the bullshit out of weed. Nothing better than carefree blazing, man.

As fun as that sounds, cutting the stressful bullshit out of your life is hardly ever easily done. Not when you're up to your neck in debt, can't afford college and work a dead-end job.

[Valheru]

Weed ain't the answer if you don't know the right questions to ask. The above shit indicates a perpetual habit of asking the wrong questions throughout life...

Eta: that's an entirely different discussion though.

[TreyDay]

Weed never stopped me from felling my feelings. Check what ur smokin man.

[armorking]

i dont smoke that crap anymore...it grows like a weed here, and cheap...hu! you wouldnt believe it! but yeah I'm the type that thinks too much and thats not a good thing for me when i smokeed..all the usuall paranoia and so on.....nup.....stick to good ol synthetic drooogs, cos theyz the best man.....

[STD]

Sounds like the first time I took benzos