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lukasa

hey guys, im sorry if im starting a new topic, and i dont want to be a dick, but i have this lil situation. Earlier in the year around march and early feb i first tried marijuana it was a pretty good expierience, but afterwards i felt guilty. I tried it 2 more times and on the 3rd time finally got "stoned" but i felt incredibly guilty and like i had betrayed myself and my parents. I also felt like i had detached myself and alienated myself from society. Logically i know that its all the media that is just running amuck in my mind, the anti-weed commercials and all.after my 3rd time i finally snapped under the weighty guilt of my "deep dark secret" i told my dad i had been experimenting, and he was real cool about it. I didnt get in trouble, but he definitely discouraged it. i felt bad and resolved to "never" do it again. I eventually realized that i tryed pot for all the wrong reasons. I tried it cause everyone else was, and i didnt want to be left out. A few months later. After a good 5 months of being cannibus free. I tried smoking pot again. It felt good and i did it with a good friend, but i was worried about expieriencing the same guilt. I am not feeling guilty and it was yesterday that i smoked. But i am kinda feeling like i SHOULD feel guilty, but i dont want to feel guilty, and i am overall confused whether this (pot) is for me. I did it the second time around just to have a good time with a friend. Ughhh im so confused please advise. Dont think of me as a ***** because i actually have thoughts and emotions, im just more sensitive than most.

 

Niteshift

Logically i know that its all the media that is just running amuck in my mind, the anti-weed commercials and all.

Is that why you felt guilty? Or could it be because you were doing something you knew your parents wouldn't approve of?

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Weed is an intoxicant like anything else -- alcohol, for example.

When used responsibly, it can provide a very enjoyable experience with almost no danger (certainly less than alcohol!) -- in fact, the biggest danger is getting in trouble with the law.

There are risks with anything, but some things more than others. Riding a rollercoaster, for example, has risk associated with it, but it's a fairly easy decision for most people as the risk is minimized and they find the experience enjoyable. Weed is a little different, because it's currently illegal and a lot of people look down on it. If you're feeling guilty, it's probably your conscience's way of letting you know that you're taking a risk doing it.

It's up to each person to evaluate the risks in their lives and decide if they're worth it. Taking every risk possible is a certain way to live a short life, but taking no risks is a certain way to live a boring life, so you have to find the balance that YOU feel comfortable with.

If you are a minor, you should also keep in mind that you could get your PARENTS in trouble for what you're doing as well as yourself. That doesn't mean that it's not possible for minors to smoke responsibly, but it does mean that there's added risk for minors who smoke. When in doubt, I highly recommend you wait until you turn 18 and then decide.

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thechronic

I agree with Cassius on this one. I also think it is good that you are seeking answers instead of blindly making an emotional decision, that is not **** at all.

IceFire

If you're feeling guilty, it's probably for the same reasons I felt guilty when I started smoking pot.

It's because you feel like you are betraying your parents trust for using drugs. Since as far as I remember, parents told their children that if nothing else, DONT USE DRUGS. "If someone offers you drugs, yell NO and run away".

Every parent is concerned that their children are vulnerable in a world filled with drugs and other things that could hurt you.

And drugs and pot has always been the king of no nos.

You cannot just rationalise to yourself that "pot is ok and not dangerous" just to alleviate your sense of guilt. That will not work.

I don't know how old you are, but I assume you are in your teens 15-17?

First off, you need to get information. Research as much info on cannabis as you possibly can before you ever smoke it again.

I am assuming if you started smoking the right way, you had a "guide". Someone who is very experienced with cannabis and can guide you through the beginning experiences of smoking pot. It is his responsibility to teach you the basics of cannabis and the way to smoke and appreciate pot. They are generally close trusted friends or older brothers. Mine was a very close freind of mine in High School.

He will be there to teach you in the first months of your learning about marijuana, he is responsible for your safety and comfort throughout your whole initiation phase of pot smoking.

Learn to find accurate sources of information about cannabis. There is alot of BS out there.

The Vaults of Erowid is a great source of information about virtually any mind altering substance. It is a resource site on the internet. Do a search for it.

Again you are new, so spend time learning about cannabis and cannabis alone. Go as fast or slow as you are comfortable.

The more knowledge and facts you have about cannabis, the more comfortable you will be as you understand the physical facts nature of the plant. It will take alot of the fear and mystery out of the plant. Then you can make your own decision about how you feel about it.

If will also feel more safe about smoking and everything else associated with the journey of cannabis.

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Closet Pigs

Isn't this the wrong forum?

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