Marijuana Withdrawal Timeline *how to beat withdrawal*

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  • čas přidán 23. 07. 2024
  • Overcoming marijuana withdrawal symptoms is like playing a video game. Weed withdrawal symptom timelines can look different for everyone. In this brief video, Dr. Frank the founder of AddictionMindset recovery coaching, explains the eight levels of marijuana withdrawal while providing tips on how to quit smoking. If you are struggling with cannabis addiction or THC withdrawal symptoms this video is a must watch!
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  • @AddictionMindset
    @AddictionMindset  Před rokem +31

    Free PDF WorkBook On Quitting Smoking:
    stan.store/AddictionMindset
    Book a 1:1 Addiction Recovery Coaching Call:
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    • @jennyanydots2389
      @jennyanydots2389 Před rokem +2

      My uncle is also on one of those sex offender lists. He says life is actually easier when you live in a big city because people don't really know each other that well. Like, have you ever seen that movie "The Woodsman" with Kevin Bacon? If his charachter would have chosen a bigger population to move around after he got out of prison he could have blended in easier you know what I'm saying?

    • @milimobwalya95
      @milimobwalya95 Před rokem +3

      ❤ thanks this video is very helpful!

    • @jennyanydots2389
      @jennyanydots2389 Před rokem +2

      @@milimobwalya95 What about my uncles tips regarding life on the sex offender list? A simple "thank you sir" would suffice for helping you out with such hard-to-find information. You need to show some respect to the people that are helping you out in life Milimo.

    • @artnone1257
      @artnone1257 Před 10 měsíci +2

      Withdrawal? R u joking? How much must u smoke to get withdrawal from weed? I never got one and no one i know got one

    • @umungus518
      @umungus518 Před 9 měsíci

      ​​@@artnone1257no, nobody is joking. The thousands of comments on this video aren't joking. Just because it didn't happen to you doesnt mean it isn't real. Nobody i know has heart disease so i guess that means it just doesn't exist right bud? See how ignorant you sound?

  • @BrownGeorge-pw2xo
    @BrownGeorge-pw2xo Před 7 dny +89

    I started smoking weed since my teenage, switched to cigarettes. Spent my whole life fighting Cigarettes addiction. I suffered severe depression and mental disorder. Got diagnosed with cptsd. Not until my wife recommended me to psilocybin mushrooms treatment. Psilocybin treatment saved my life honestly. 6 years totally clean. Much respect to mother nature the great magic shrooms.

    • @MuratBasar-jm9lc
      @MuratBasar-jm9lc Před 7 dny +2

      Thanks for sharing your story. That's rough I sympathize. Save your health save your mind. Life is better without heroin, cocaine, alcohol and cigarettes. And you have more money in your pocket. God bless everyone who has rejected the devils intentions to be addicted to alcohol and cigarettes etc which can cause so much damage to health. I will pray for you all.

    • @Bastianbishops
      @Bastianbishops Před 7 dny +2

      Hey mates! Can you help with the source? I suffer severe anxiety, panic and depression and I usually take prescription medicine, but they don't always help. Where can I find those psilocybin mushrooms? I'm really interested in treating my mental health without Rxs. I live in Australia don't know much about these. I'm so glad they helped you. I can't wait to get them too. Really need a reliable source 🙏

    • @CristiandlfDeval
      @CristiandlfDeval Před 7 dny +3

      Yes Dr.alishrooms

    • @Mcdogmom288
      @Mcdogmom288 Před 7 dny

      Congrats! I'm really happy for you that your wife decided to help you. I always admire those who beat their addiction. Knowing it's possible to fix your life knowing there's people out there that have done what I thought was impossible gives me hope I will make it through as well. Those who share their experiences don't know how much it helps when you're about to give up, it gives you the strength knowing somone who actully know what it's like to go through this tell you it's possible, it's not the same somone telling you you can do it when they have no idea what it's like, but hearing somone who knows what it's like that helps a lot since you understand it firsthand and made it out gives so much hope. so thanks for sharing.

    • @Jacksonstatham-tf8ov
      @Jacksonstatham-tf8ov Před 7 dny

      How do I reach out to him? Is he on insta

  • @dylansherrick1035
    @dylansherrick1035 Před 2 lety +2822

    Smoked for 6 straight years without ever taking a break longer than 12 hours. Didn't realize how much it hampered me down until I decided to quit cold turkey just a few days ago. A lot of pacing around at night, (trying to minimize my use of sleeping medication.) My biggest challenge is that it's hard to keep my mind "still" without that nighttime toke before bed, but my memory's coming back and so is half of my monthly income.

    • @petrosfalieris786
      @petrosfalieris786 Před 2 lety +134

      lets go man, you got it!!!! I did stop as well 10 days ago after 15 years of smoking for the same reasons, too many lost opportunities :D
      i hope this time will be permanent

    • @wienerguy7822
      @wienerguy7822 Před 2 lety +30

      @@petrosfalieris786 I realize this was 3 months ago but wanted to say that you got this buddy! Even if you've relapsed since then, you can still do it.

    • @trevorhackney4970
      @trevorhackney4970 Před 2 lety +31

      @@wienerguy7822 you know doing once in a while isn’t bad….. it’s just getting hooked/addicted. Taking breaks soo your body doesn’t make it a “dependency” Etc.

    • @RajunCajunPapPap
      @RajunCajunPapPap Před rokem +16

      Hope u still doing good I’m on second day 😂😂

    • @dylansherrick1035
      @dylansherrick1035 Před rokem +49

      @@RajunCajunPapPap still at it. Got a lot easier for me after 3 months.

  • @xcrete4647
    @xcrete4647 Před 10 měsíci +349

    The anger is uncontrollable… have to keep my cool at times. I find myself getting upset at little things that don’t matter. I know I’ll get through this. God bless you all.

    • @darrenchoveaux8266
      @darrenchoveaux8266 Před 6 měsíci +6

      Hey fam, how has it been? Are you good now?

    • @Mert-pd2ht
      @Mert-pd2ht Před 5 měsíci +5

      Same brother hope u persevered!

    • @lay.bandoz.z2044
      @lay.bandoz.z2044 Před 4 měsíci +7

      Same thought it was just me

    • @xcrete4647
      @xcrete4647 Před 4 měsíci

      ​@@darrenchoveaux8266 hello, ive been clean of weed for almost 5 months now, dont own anything and dont have any cravings anymore.

    • @xcrete4647
      @xcrete4647 Před 4 měsíci

      hello, ive been clean of weed for almost 5 months now, dont own anything and dont have any cravings anymore.@@Mert-pd2ht

  • @driskv
    @driskv Před 7 měsíci +244

    I’m gonna be 22 next month been smoking every day since I was 17 weed,wax,real carts,fake carts etc. this is my third day clean been feeling very foggy, crazy headaches, night sweats, insane anxiety I just hope anyone who is struggling can see this and know you’re not alone stay strong

    • @lookdoug1516
      @lookdoug1516 Před 7 měsíci +3

      Thank you brotha

    • @aidans4588
      @aidans4588 Před 6 měsíci +4

      Keep eating bro, I’m in almost the exact same spot rn, last time a took a break I was 17, I’m 21, 22 in march and in also at day 3, you feeling the brain fog go away yet?

    • @tiktokfamous4895
      @tiktokfamous4895 Před 6 měsíci

      @@aidans4588it’s day 3 for me, had the worst sleep my body feels so sore, i need to eat but i can’t, UGHHHH second time going through this.

    • @driskv
      @driskv Před 6 měsíci

      @@aidans4588 yes sir brain fog is getting a lot better I have been having these weird moments where sometimes I wake up and I feel very “high” for like 20-30 minutes not sure what it really is obiously I’m not high since I’m not smoking but I’m not really sure how else to describe it might be anxiety

    • @miguelvelez8516
      @miguelvelez8516 Před 6 měsíci

      @@aidans4588same here

  • @tacosforever
    @tacosforever Před rokem +1185

    Okay so it is 4:11 am and I can't sleep, so I feel like sharing my experience to whoever wants to read this. 29 yo here, been smoking daily for the past 7 years. I have always been kind of anxious and depressed person (I see it is pretty common among us). At the beggining weed seemed to help fight the anxiety. I would get home at night and just smoke a couple joints while playing videogames or watching documentaries, whatever indeed, weed made anything interesting enough, I just wanted to cope and not overthink. This was fine for, let's say, the first three or four years. Of course, tolerance built up and weed turned into straight routine. It stopped being fun, it stopped being magical. I would smoke and smoke expecting that blast from the first times. But of course that never happened again. During these past months and after finishing a PhD in pharmacy (oh the irony) I had a lot of free time. You would think I took advantage and pick up some hobbies, get exercise, be more social, whatever. But reality was I would be home for straight days or even entire weeks being "high" and just sitting in front of my computer. My motivation was buried underground, my happiness just non existent. It got to a point I was only living to smoke and get high again. I would go on vacation and be counting the days until I could get home and be wasted again. If I couldn't smoke for a day or two it just felt like the apocalipsis, like I wouldn't be able to go through it. Not to talk about money, what years ago could last for a month now I was smoking it in a week, and everytime I was running low on weed the anxiety of not being able to get more on time would be crushing me. I felt so guilty man... Like when you know you are doing the shit but still don't want to accept you need to change for good. Weed literally feel like a black hole for me, it would suck me in and not let me do any of the things I ever wanted to do. God, I can barely recall doing anything useful during these years (except from the PhD which I absolutely hated btw). I just feel like I have been living the same day over and over again for the last 7 years. Now I got a job which requires me to drive and I'm also moving with my amazing girlfriend (thanks god she understands my situation and supports me, I'm very thankful of it). That plus this feeling of guilt made me realize the time for change has come. Honestly, I don't want to quit weed, I still love it, but man, I know I have a toxic relationship with it and I just don't want to throw my life away because of it. I hope some day I can get to enjoy it with moderation, but now it is the time to quit for good.
    It is day 9 for me and I'm not gonna lie, this is awful. For me, physical symptoms are not being that hard, but mentally? Damn. The first 3 days I was probably top 10 irritable persons on earth. These last days I'm just depressed as fuck. I feel like a blank paper, like all emotions have been removed from me. I don't want to do anything, I have massive difficulties getting up from bed, eating is being so so hard, and I just can't get the energy nor the motivation to go outside and do activities. I don't want to blame myself, I knew it would be hard and I want to be patience. Both because I have knowledge about toxicology and the experiences from other users here I know these shitty emotions are just temporary. I think I'm now at the phase of having it idealized, missing it so much, wondering how can even enjoy life again without weed, how can I get through the day without that joint at the end of it as a reward. At the same time, I'm aware this is gonna pass and I will eventually have another perspective about it. As any other drug, nicotine or alcohol for example,or even an ex-partner, our brains just got used to release dopamine within their use. I'm missing it because that's the only thing my brain has associated to being "happy" or "feeling good". However, it will slowly readjust and eventually start feeling better by just doing normal things. About cravings, they come and go. Really, they don't stay there forever. I read in a guide you have to learn how to notice them, feel them and let them go. Get distracted, it doesn't matter what it is, just try to be busy, don't think. Specially the first days. We are all humans and nobody is perfect. I'm not going to say to you you should eat healthy three times a day, exercise, go for a 1h walk, be social. You probably don't feel like doing it or lack the motivation. It is okay, don't push yourself, this is already hard enough. If you find distracting endlessly scrolling twitter for hours go for it. If you want to play videogames the whole day go ahead. If you feel lazy as fuck to cook a healthy food just order a pizza or whatever. I think these first days the battle should be only against the temptation of consuming again, there is plenty of chances in the future to put in order other aspects of your life. Stay busy, be comfortable, however it is.
    Lastly, there are gonna be times when being busy is just not enough. Maybe you smell weed in the streets, maybe you see someone talking about in twitter, maybe you do something that triggers the nostalgia about it... Try to be strong. I found very useful talking about it with my friends and girlfriend. Try to get some support from others when you get overwhelmed. They are going to tell you they are proud of your commitment and how strong you are being, and most probably you just won't care (at least it happens to me, I feel just so numb). But hey, if you think about it, these people love you and want the best for you. Don't worry if you get too bitchy with them, they will understand, and you can always apologize after.
    For the last tip, if you really are questioning wheter weed is being helpful or harmful to you, don't doubt. It is being harmful. Not saying you should definitly quit, but question your reality. Your motivation pivots around smoking the next joint? Do you feel guilty about it? Are you less sociable? Do you feel you are stuck in the same day over and over again? Do you procrastine things for tomorrow so you can just get high for today? Do you feel like weed is dragging you away from friends, family, partners..? I know it is hard to get to this decision. For real, everyone here knows it, including me, you just have to read the comments. But hey, you are not alone, and that's almost beautiful if you think about it. You may be feeling like this is the end of the world and that nobody will ever understand you. I feel like that sometimes. Hell, I was feeling like that 1h ago when I started writing this. But reading other people experiences helps a lot, really. It is like a small community of people trying to be better versions of theirselves, even if the path to achieve it is dark and full of doubts. If anybody ever wants to share their experience or just want to talk feel free to reach me, we are all in the same boat.
    Okay now for real, last tip. If you decide to quit do it sooner than later. I know, it sucks, but if you say "I will quit at the end of the year" or some shit like that you are going to procrastinate it. If you are gonna commit, then do it. Finish your last supply (or don't if you feel strong or commited enough), throw away ALL your paraphernalia and get a fresh start starting tomorrow.
    Once you start quitting, you will find yourself with a lot of time you didn't have before. Think about something you always wanted to do and just go for it, we only live once. I love music, but I have always been to lazy (too distracted being high) to put time and effort on it. I decided to start learning music and how to produce it. With the money I'm gonna save now I'm going to buy a badass bass and learn to play the grooviest songs from Daft Punk. Fuck it. I want to be what I want to be, not what my adicction to weed forces me to be.
    You will probably read some retards saying things like "weed is not addictive" or "lmao I can go days without smoking and be perfectly fine". Good for them. Weed becomes addictive for only a small % of users (around 10%). Don't let them fool you around. It is like saying alcoholism doesn't exist because I can drink sometimes and not get addicted to alcohol. Again, anything that triggers dopamine release can become an addiction. This can be weed, opioids, benzos, alcohol, porn, sugar... For fuck sake, even your lover becomes more or less an addiction and that's why we feel soooo shitty when we go through a breakup. It is exactly the same thing, different cause. You want one more example? There is even people who get addicted to going to the gym. Tell them to stop going for one month. They will be miserable. You can trust me about this 100%, I studied it for years. I love weed, but saying it is not a drug or idealizing it as harmless is straight stupid or ignorant.
    Sleepiness is finally kicking in so it is time for me to go. I know I'm going to have the weirdest dreams and probably tomorrow I'm going to feel miserably again. But that's it. It is part of the process and honestly, I can't wait to start seeing the results. I know this post is long as fuck but I hope it helps to whoever it needs it.
    Be strong, stay strong. As Brandon Sanderson wrote in one of his books: "The most important step a man can take. It is not the first one, is it? It is the next one. Always the next step"
    Love u all even if I don't know you lmao ❤

    • @Matt-ip1sn
      @Matt-ip1sn Před 10 měsíci +94

      i just read this whole thing and imma try this shit tomo, i appreciate the words of wisdom. im proud to see you still going strong

    • @nicolebenz3589
      @nicolebenz3589 Před 10 měsíci +48

      Thank you for writing this im 2 days out at the moment, i hope u are still clean

    • @tacosforever
      @tacosforever Před 10 měsíci

      @@nicolebenz3589 hi there! Best of lucks, you can do it but be patient with yourself
      Yea 3 months clean today indeed haha. Not gonna lie, I miss it a lot, but it is not cravings as the first days. Now I may think "how would this feel while high?", but I can do my everyday activities without the NEED to be high

    • @bigf3lla939
      @bigf3lla939 Před 10 měsíci +41

      Wow why don't you write a book 😂😂😂

    • @JD0586
      @JD0586 Před 10 měsíci +10

      If anyone ever warns you in the beginning that what they've typed is long, you better check before even getting into it.
      Ain't no way bruh. I'ma wish you luck and leave it at that👍

  • @joshualaster9779
    @joshualaster9779 Před 9 měsíci +81

    THC Withdrawal is no Joke. The world laughs because of the different levels of drugs like heroine and others. However, I have smoked for over 20 years. The withdrawal is long and hard. PRAY FOR ME please, that I find success.

    • @Deciple
      @Deciple Před 9 měsíci +9

      With GOD everything is possible.
      Thoughts and prayers from germany 🙏 😇

    • @isarz1512
      @isarz1512 Před měsícem +2

      hope you did it bro.. yep that mind game is hard

    • @hassandar6353
      @hassandar6353 Před 29 dny +2

      Can you give us an update? Still going strong, I hope?

    • @isarz1512
      @isarz1512 Před 29 dny

      @@hassandar6353 hi
      yes! 1 month soberity

    • @Sylvester4571
      @Sylvester4571 Před 26 dny

      @@hassandar6353he's chiefing 😂

  • @sabrinastandard4357
    @sabrinastandard4357 Před 8 měsíci +245

    2 months ago i thought i could never do it. here i am, 2 months sober; this is the longest i’ve been sober in 4 years and i have no intentions of going back. If you’re thinking about it, do it!!! you got this :) this man is giving out a lot of gems.

  • @demetriuscarter2600
    @demetriuscarter2600 Před 3 měsíci +48

    I paln on to quit smoking not only to build money quicker but to pursuit my dream in trucking. I hope whoever is reading this finds courage to stop

    • @YugeTechFan
      @YugeTechFan Před měsícem

      Hope you’re doing good in your journey brotha

  • @WmRike
    @WmRike Před rokem +443

    I'm on day 9 of quitting. The insomnia and anxiety have been brutal. I've only had one good night of sleep in 7 nights, and two of those nights I had zero sleep. The upside of all of this is that I'm super pissed-off at cannabis. I'm in the "I'm never touching that shit again" phase.

    • @yasminpatel7234
      @yasminpatel7234 Před rokem +11

      How long did the insomnia last for you?

    • @WmRike
      @WmRike Před rokem +25

      @@yasminpatel7234 I was back to mostly normal after about two weeks. The worst was definitely around the one week mark.

    • @yasminpatel7234
      @yasminpatel7234 Před rokem +16

      @@WmRike thats actually not too bad, i did 38 days without any sleep at all. I still have insomnia

    • @ChristIsRisen33
      @ChristIsRisen33 Před rokem +17

      @@yasminpatel7234 that sounds like absolute hell... 😬

    • @Jayjay2003.
      @Jayjay2003. Před rokem +4

      You literally just explained what I’m going through 💯

  • @MartyNotes
    @MartyNotes Před 2 lety +512

    I just wanted to say to everyone reading and watching
    YOU GOT THIS!!!!!!! YOU CAN DO IT!!!!

  • @christianscott2839
    @christianscott2839 Před 11 měsíci +96

    been smoking for 4 years straight daily and i didn't realize how much time I've wasted just getting high all day but now im 13 days in and am starting to feel a lot more mental clarity and calm. hope everyone going through this has the strength to keep going and dosen't give up

    • @seemycash
      @seemycash Před 10 měsíci +2

      I smoked on and off for about 10 years. I recently just quit about 9 days ago and this time i experienced the worst withdrawal symptoms ever but i beat it and i will never smoke weed ever again do not want to experience those withdrawals ever again

    • @sambranton3346
      @sambranton3346 Před 2 měsíci +1

      So your saying that not being stoned is a different feeling? Dear lord wake up lol. Enjoy your break from it. And do it often. If you wouldn't get up and start drinking beer don't do the same with weed. I mean surely that's just common sense!

  • @pookysboutique
    @pookysboutique Před 9 měsíci +103

    I’m 68 and on day 19…it’s extremely hard when you’re an older female. I have terrible anxiety along with tinnitus and am now in the insomnia phase. I’m working out, praying, eating cleaner. I quit cigarettes 24 years ago and don’t remember it being this hard to withdraw.😢 But I won’t relapse or quit.

    • @AbdullahAltunify
      @AbdullahAltunify Před 8 měsíci +11

      I'm proud of you! You're inspirational

    • @pookysboutique
      @pookysboutique Před 8 měsíci +12

      Tomorrow will be 30 days sans cannabis! 😎

    • @feather_333
      @feather_333 Před 8 měsíci +4

      Hope you're still going strong ❤ good luck!

    • @SLIM_DICKINSON
      @SLIM_DICKINSON Před 7 měsíci +3

      ​@@pookysboutiqueI'm 60 days weed free. By the way, you are my mothers age.

    • @FimbongBass
      @FimbongBass Před 7 měsíci +5

      Stay strong, you are motivation for me and many others, your words bring comfort

  • @alfredochaparro5556
    @alfredochaparro5556 Před rokem +489

    I started when I was 13 with older friends. It became a habit, by 20 I was an alcoholic, abused Xanax and cocaine. 2 years ago I was using acid and went on a scary trip and felt as if my heart was going to explode. I laid in the shower, water on, crying for what seemed like hours. The crying made the feeling I had in my heart go away. I didn’t know that for 10 years I was suffering and needed to release all of the emotions that I’ve had bottled up in me for so long. I didn’t know how bad my childhood was until I met my wife and saw the way her family is. I thought the way I grew up was normal but it was far from it. I’m now 25 with a loving wife and three children, small business and god by our side. I used to tell my sister that I accept that I’m an addict and will probably die that way one day. If only I knew what god had in store for me. For everyone out there that is still trying to quit and the fact that your here watching this video may mean your close to it ❤ god bless everyone

  • @cr7goalz
    @cr7goalz Před 2 lety +411

    I really needed this. Your daily uploads are the reason that I am able to stay on track. You keep us motivated. Thank you so much Dr. Frank.

  • @victorkameroff
    @victorkameroff Před 8 měsíci +49

    This is so accurate! Im scared… but also relieved to know that I’m not alone. We got this

    • @sambranton3346
      @sambranton3346 Před 2 měsíci +1

      Scared of what? You preferred being stoned to being sober! And did it without a break so what are you scared of? Just have a break from it ffs. If you drank alcohol the same time every day what would happen? I've never had a problem taking a break, or quitting for months and years at a time. It's upto you whether you want it in your life, if you do you won't stop.

    • @ElitistFamily1995
      @ElitistFamily1995 Před 2 měsíci

      @@sambranton3346Some people are scared of the withdrawal effects, especially those with mental disorders that may have been using weed medicinally. Everyone is different. A break being easy for you does not mean it’s easy for everyone, hence this video.

    • @isarz1512
      @isarz1512 Před měsícem +1

      the same... im reading comment.. feel better
      i know it will be the best decsion of my entire life
      but still that mind game for lvl 5 is hard to cope with it
      im on day21 of soberity

    • @1C1V1
      @1C1V1 Před 22 dny +2

      @@isarz1512 3 days post quitting first felt major anxiety shaking sense of doom and crying like a baby, but right now i feel neutral and numb how is your journey you must be around 30-40 days in if you havent relapsed, how are you feeling?

    • @isarz1512
      @isarz1512 Před 22 dny

      @@1C1V1
      didnt relapsed
      stoped counting day by day:)
      now i count month by months
      im in my second month of soberity..
      i have kinda forgot my addiction to weed..
      kinda managed to change my personality..
      my MIND (the thoughts) is in my control now // there is still a little bit of ups and downs in my mood and its because of my BODY as subconscios mind (the feelings) still working on that.
      im sure i will never ever use any drug..sugar..or anything harmful for me
      im very alive healthy strong confident and kinda spiritual
      waking up early ..meditation.. healthy diet.. cold shower ..workout.. trade Btc... studying how body_mind_soul works.. helping others..
      i feel FREE , Looking for nothing :)
      im happy
      thanks to Dr.Frank
      just started a new life
      planning to get married...

  • @ashleystowers2088
    @ashleystowers2088 Před 4 měsíci +9

    My husband sent me this video, I’ve been wanting to stop smoking for a while now but the fear and pain from stopping (the withdrawals) have held me back.
    Thank you to the creator of this video and everyone commenting! Your words are very encouraging! I really want to quit and pray this time it will stick. I’ll def keep these tips in hand.

  • @eddiet2568
    @eddiet2568 Před 2 lety +116

    I just hit the 10th day clean, still can't believe I made it this far

    • @yaknow7160
      @yaknow7160 Před 2 lety +4

      That's amazing!!!!

    • @eddiet2568
      @eddiet2568 Před 2 lety +16

      Day 16 still going on💯💯

    • @niceontheeyes9269
      @niceontheeyes9269 Před 2 lety +2

      Congratulations!

    • @eddiet2568
      @eddiet2568 Před 2 lety +27

      Just an update, 42 days clean now!💯

    • @raydn23
      @raydn23 Před 2 lety +3

      Nice bro. 7 days for me and the worst is over. Day 5 for me was the absolute worst, even tryn make myself cry. Day 6 was a complete 360, so crazy. Good luck 👍🏽

  • @trevornourse1942
    @trevornourse1942 Před rokem +92

    Currently 3.5 days into the quitting process. The last time I attempted to quit was a little over 2 years ago, I made it to about 3 months. The pink cloud phase kicked in, and I let my brain convince me I could enjoy cannabis responsibly and infrequently at that point. Within 2 weeks of relapse, I was right back where I started. It took me another 2 years to work up the courage to quit again, and this time I know I can never go back. It's so easy to feel like you're the only person in the world who feels the way you do, and this community you have developed is truly a life saver. Seeing lots of comments from people on the same "level" of quitting as me. To all those people, we've got this!!

    • @camdeannn6704
      @camdeannn6704 Před rokem +4

      Shoulda śaid an eighth

    • @trevornourse1942
      @trevornourse1942 Před rokem +1

      @@camdeannn6704 I see what you did there lol

    • @iwanttodie149
      @iwanttodie149 Před 8 měsíci

      my brain cant view that number as non-weed related terms hahaha help me @@camdeannn6704

    • @harryclark7404
      @harryclark7404 Před 6 měsíci +3

      Hey bro, how did it go? I'm on day 3.5 now, it's 4:30 am and I have to be up at 7 for work ... only the 4th night in a row of terrible sleep. Good job I'm not an accountant working in the height of tax return season.. oh wait

    • @lankstadiscs
      @lankstadiscs Před 3 měsíci

      @@harryclark7404I hope you made it friend.

  • @katherinevondutch3916
    @katherinevondutch3916 Před 28 dny +4

    I quit smoking once before about 7 years ago. Picked it up again and have been smoking about an ounce every 7-10 days for the last three years. This time the withdrawals are so much worse. I keep tasting it in my mouth which is the absolute worst part psychologically.
    “Withdrawal is addiction leaving the body.”
    Thank you for a new mantra.

    • @Mgoblue90272
      @Mgoblue90272 Před 23 dny +1

      I’ve been tapering for a week, then smoked a tiny amount yesterday and for three hours was having the worst psychotic high, and thinking this is what being high REALLY is. I am going to go cold turkey for next 3 days and lean into the physical withdrawals with this new thought of this is the addiction leaving my body. Then I m going to do a 5:1 CBD that I have in the house so I don’t put my family through my anger, anxiety, depression, etc. the 5:1 is another tapering mechanism, as I think cold turkey for me is too scary. Dealing with the mental withdrawal is going to be much more difficult I know.

    • @p.fx_Community
      @p.fx_Community Před 22 dny

      @@Mgoblue90272let’s begin together i got my last Im quitting from 00:00

  • @harrietohara
    @harrietohara Před 2 lety +322

    31 days clean and I’ve been missing my bong after smoking every day for 7 years. But after watching this video, I’m honestly feeling like I can do this! Thanks for this ✌️

    • @Tatyana_Co
      @Tatyana_Co Před 2 lety +16

      It’s nothing more than a habit that you can replace with a much better one! 👍

    • @JourneyMN
      @JourneyMN Před 2 lety +8

      Hope your still clean and sober!

    • @Godisfirst21
      @Godisfirst21 Před 2 lety +4

      It's been 6 months. Are you still clean?

    • @Godisfirst21
      @Godisfirst21 Před 2 lety +7

      @@JourneyMN If she was, she would be here telling us. Too bad!

    • @qhaddafy
      @qhaddafy Před rokem +3

      @@Godisfirst21 damn

  • @musicjnky1982
    @musicjnky1982 Před 2 lety +134

    Day 20 since quitting THC. I feel better and clear headed.

    • @Rich11000
      @Rich11000 Před rokem

      how are you?

    • @musicjnky1982
      @musicjnky1982 Před rokem +36

      @@Rich11000 I'm still sober, next week will be 9 months since I quit THC. Best decision I ever made. Thank you for asking.

    • @Armrisk19
      @Armrisk19 Před rokem +1

      @@musicjnky1982 do you feel completely different or like tunnel vision?

    • @SavageXBenjis
      @SavageXBenjis Před rokem

      Still doing good?

    • @musicjnky1982
      @musicjnky1982 Před rokem +7

      @@SavageXBenjis I relapsed for 2 weeks and stopped again. Stress from my new position at work got to me.

  • @lilnightmare7846
    @lilnightmare7846 Před 6 měsíci +5

    You have helped me so much I have stopped smoking because of your videos and I have relapsed again and then I go back to watching your videos and they help me every time but this time I have changed completely. Thank you… we’ve never met, but you have been a big impact in my life I’m 19 thank you keep helping people!!❤

  • @abjeepify
    @abjeepify Před 9 měsíci +5

    Nice to see so much support in the comments what a positive community that you have created!

  • @TrueWraith
    @TrueWraith Před 2 lety +37

    I cried watching this, it was as if this guy was in my head. This absolutely helped me!

  • @moneyhungry532
    @moneyhungry532 Před 2 lety +16

    First of all I want to wish everyone a Merry Christmas. I'm happy to see people taking this huge step to better themselves and their lifestyle. For anyone reading, this is my third time quitting weed, however I feel great and have minor withdrawal symptoms when compared to my first 2 tries. I believe this is due to setting goals and objectives while visioning my future self. I advise everyone to set these goals and objectives and work towards those as this is the best cure to quitting any addiction. I believe in all of YOU so stay strong and fulfill your dreams ✌️💯

  • @austinsmeeks9322
    @austinsmeeks9322 Před 2 měsíci +5

    I've been smoking with no breaks at all for 11 years. The past 5 years it's been an eighth of wax every two weeks. I'm on day 4 of no weed. My anxiety is through the roof. Hands get numb. I'm extremely irritable and want nothing more than to relax with a hit of wax. I'm powering through but I know this will be the hardest thing I've ever done in my life. I just hope I can keep the willpower and positive mindset to make it to the end. Thanks for your tips and for laying out what I should expect in the coming months. Knowing others have been through this and have been successful helps me reason my way through this.

  • @ftfberetta3020
    @ftfberetta3020 Před 11 měsíci +21

    the reason I like this guy is cause he sees it from a weed addict view rather then a doctor just telling you things

  • @siobhancoates2043
    @siobhancoates2043 Před rokem +76

    Dr. Frank This is 6 weeks for me after a 40 year habit. No one talks about this. Your videos have been a life saver. The comments have been so supportive and the community you are building is amazing. Words cannot express how grateful I am for this content. Your delivery and non judgement and matter of fact news is so soothing and comforting. I return to this channel daily, sometimes hourly.
    Keep going. The world needs you. ❤❤❤❤❤

    • @siobhancoates2043
      @siobhancoates2043 Před rokem +3

      @@whoever1 lol 57. Had my first joint at 17

    • @adamdeveau6311
      @adamdeveau6311 Před 10 měsíci

      @@siobhancoates2043how’s it going? I have been chronic for almost 26 years. Am not even sure what I’d be like without weed.

  • @GurtyVideos
    @GurtyVideos Před 2 lety +120

    Day 6… This has to be one of the hardest things I’ve ever done with my life.
    I feel completely sleep deprived, have had so much anger and sadness overwhelm me. Today I’ve had major suicidal thoughts to the point where my family almost called the cops on me.
    Im going to keep going cause I know it will pass but if anyone has any words to say or tips it would be much appreciated. 🙏🏼

    • @AddictionMindset
      @AddictionMindset  Před 2 lety +10

      Hi Nick! Have you sought help with a mental health professional along this journey? Have you sought any talk therapy?

    • @GurtyVideos
      @GurtyVideos Před 2 lety +4

      @@AddictionMindset I have not because of cost.

    • @tariq4757
      @tariq4757 Před 2 lety +5

      @@GurtyVideos Try think of the cost as something thats helping you. As for me, I was spending $50 or more a day on weed so $140 sessions a fortnight, or whatever works for you, is exponentially cheaper and could prove very beneficial

    • @gabewoodard4152
      @gabewoodard4152 Před 2 lety +2

      How’s it going man? How are you doing? Still here I hope? I wish I wasn’t 9 days late to this other wise I would have tried to help. I hope I still can!

    • @ryanmse30
      @ryanmse30 Před 2 lety +5

      totally relate to your story. Except for me i have zero cravings because the chest pain and paranoia keeps me not wanting it. I had similiar depressive thoughts, but let your brain adjust, you'll be glad you did. I feel compassion for you as I went through such emotional rollercoaster, I thought i would get locked up in a mental ward but thank God no, this too shall pass.

  • @abrasamente
    @abrasamente Před 8 měsíci +6

    I actually weirdly enjoy the strange dreams but HATE waking up sweating😂

  • @Cpt_Frisky
    @Cpt_Frisky Před 6 měsíci +5

    8 months sober and I'm thankful

  • @juicybacon12
    @juicybacon12 Před 2 lety +86

    Keep it up to everyone quitting! I’m 7 months in - best decision I’ve made

    • @Liam-vo2qf
      @Liam-vo2qf Před 2 lety +14

      I’m on day 3 and it’s so difficult

    • @Tatyana_Co
      @Tatyana_Co Před 2 lety

      Wow! That’s a long time! Congrats!👍

    • @totievlogs1014
      @totievlogs1014 Před 2 lety +1

      @@Liam-vo2qf same here it's difficult I'm on my 5th day

    • @nicolasstojanov8485
      @nicolasstojanov8485 Před 2 lety +2

      Well done! When physical withdrawal completely stops? I’m 3 months in.

    • @juicybacon12
      @juicybacon12 Před 2 lety +8

      @@nicolasstojanov8485 I’d say you are getting to that point. It took about 4 months for me to feel totally physically fine id say. Super worth it and please keep going. I hit my 1 year recently !

  • @derickpag
    @derickpag Před 2 lety +80

    I cannot tell you how much I appreciate you and all of the quitting weed content that you have put out. I am on day 3 of yet another attempt at quitting weed. However, this time I feel very committed and your videos have me feeling so informed and like I am not alone. Thank you so much for all of your work.

    • @Tambrose0405
      @Tambrose0405 Před 2 lety

      How are you doing now?

    • @honorylealtad5596
      @honorylealtad5596 Před rokem

      Have you relapsed yet?

    • @pijin13
      @pijin13 Před rokem

      Course they did, it's weed 😂 if not they'd have replied by now cos they'd have properly remembered this comment

    • @derickpag
      @derickpag Před rokem +11

      @@pijin13 contrary to the haters I haven’t looked back. Life has drastically improved.

    • @Ganja19
      @Ganja19 Před rokem

      @@derickpag your life would have improved with you still smoking weed and if life didn’t improve your not doing it right and it’s your own fault .weed is a treats a lot of illnesses if you smoke cigs or drink booze you have a lot bigger problems then weed. Y’all are not druggies you smoked a little weed calm down it’s not like your quitting pills or having alcohol withdrawals y’all sound so childish like do y’all needa go to aa of na to talk about how you smoked 1 bowl of weed to much

  • @916nene
    @916nene Před 7 měsíci +11

    Day 6 mg anxiety is thru the roof but little update guys I SLEPT SO GOOD WITHOUT WEED TODAY couldn’t believe it!!

  • @bokatan9642
    @bokatan9642 Před měsícem +2

    Thank you so much. I’m 24 hours in and I’m excited and nervous at the same time. I never knew there was so much advice and help on YT. Subbed 👍🏽

  • @benpayne2635
    @benpayne2635 Před rokem +17

    5 days clean now been smoking bud for 30 years im 46 now, time for a change for my health and Bank balance. Your videos are a great help to me at the moment 👍

    • @joshuap1678
      @joshuap1678 Před rokem +1

      I hope you are still staying strong.

  • @franklinfocus
    @franklinfocus Před rokem +54

    Dr. Frank,
    I know everyone in the comments is preaching about it, but you will seriously never be able to understand the impact you’re making on this world. A lot of people have tried to make videos like this and help people, but your videos just hit different. You’re like the brother I always needed. You’re like the dad I always needed. You always say to “surround yourself with positive people” and I’m constantly surrounding myself with your videos and right now in my life, you’re my best friend 🙏
    I needed to find you so bad and I know 100% that anyone coming across your videos needs you just as bad, if not more.
    Thankyou so much for all of your efforts and understanding. You’re literally the best person on CZcams 🙏
    THANKYOU THANKYOU THANKYOU!

  • @ElsAngling
    @ElsAngling Před 9 měsíci +2

    i have just quit weed after a life long list of abuse. Your videos are helping untold. Thank you

  • @jacquiheinrich8026
    @jacquiheinrich8026 Před 3 měsíci

    I have never seen your channel before. I came across it whilst I am in my first day of quitting weed after being a user for over 25 years. I think it maybe fate, the sense you make is incredible, it really felt like you were speaking directly to me. I’ll keep you updated on my recovery. I will definitely be back.

  • @danielbroxton5803
    @danielbroxton5803 Před 2 lety +11

    Thank you doctor frank..every time I feel like relapsing I watch your videos and puts me back on track and I realise why I’m doing this..god bless.

  • @GakRipa
    @GakRipa Před rokem +13

    Started when I was 13 bc of depression, anxiety and schizophrenia, it helped for a good year and went to psychedelics and opiates after my tolerance was too high. I tried to od a few months ago and went to the psychward. Both my mental and physical health declined heavily. Currently 3 days sober and I’m so thankful to have people in my life to help me cope

    • @Radgiie
      @Radgiie Před měsícem

      Looking by that judgement day profile pic your from the north east of the Uk. If you ever need a talk we can talk about mc jet and techno t and old venue tapes. Hope your staying strong pal

  • @canadian7494
    @canadian7494 Před 8 měsíci +2

    Great videos quite smoking marijuana 3 months ago after smoking for 20 years. And still watching your videos for motivation.

  • @kylesmyle4907
    @kylesmyle4907 Před 10 měsíci +7

    Watching your videos gives me so much confidence. I’m currently on day 9 of no weed after 12-13 years of regular smoking. I’ve tried to quit before and never got past 3-4 weeks and I now realise it was the pink cloud stage. I felt amazing and untouchable but then something bad would happen and I’d immediately go back to smoking. I’m approaching this time from a more mature and educated point of view. I’ve accepted that the next year or two of my life may be very up and down while still staying determined to push through it and keep focused on both small short term goals and more significant long term goals. Just one question, when can I expect to start putting some healthy weight back on? That’s the main reason I’m quitting, my body is so drained and weak and I really need to add some healthy weight back to my frame. Thanks again dude you’re saving lives on this channel, literally!!!❤

  • @angelvee5093
    @angelvee5093 Před rokem +68

    I’m on day 6 and it feels like I’ve been going for 3 months 😭😭 This is so hard and I decided to do it in a time of very high stress because I just didn’t want to wait one more day… A few weeks before quitting I recorded a series of videos for myself while having a panic attack and I said “My only options are to end it all or change my life. Look at me. Whatever you do don’t go back.” and it’s been the only thing keeping me going. Yes what I’m going through right now sucks and I wish I could just eat an edible and feel relief, but I know that I’ll just have to go through everything all over again because I can’t build the life I want and also be addicted to weed.

    • @AddictionMindset
      @AddictionMindset  Před rokem +9

      💪💪your stronger than you think and your proving that to yourself as I type this comment. Props

    • @oXahusTz
      @oXahusTz Před rokem +5

      I was a daily user for years definitely was smoking to numb my emotions and all the pain from my childhood and it recently got to a point where the weed didn’t make my anxiety go away it started to amplify it to the point I was having pretty frequent panic attacks. I also decided to quit during a high stress time my dad was recently killed and I’m expecting a son with my wife and everything was snowballing so I decided to quit cold turkey currently struggling on day two with bad anxiety

    • @angelvee5093
      @angelvee5093 Před rokem +2

      Update a month later and I seriously can’t believe it’s only been one month… I’ve been doing great!! I took nibbles of edibles a few times when I thought I had nothing better to do and I enjoyed the first few times, but I still felt guilty. The last time I did it I got very paranoid and I finally understood that there’s no better feeling than being sober and in control of your emotions. I don’t know when that was but I haven’t had cravings ever since. I managed to pass my semester in college and now in vacation I feel so good being sober and excess stress-free that I was able to get off my bipolar meds and adderall and I can finally say I feel like myself again. The brain fog from withdrawal was INSANE and it lasted more than 2 weeks for sure, but I’m glad I can finally think again. It also really helped that my friend who I used to sesh with regularly also quit. Support is seriously underrated!!

    • @angelvee5093
      @angelvee5093 Před rokem +3

      @@oXahusTz I’m rotting for you!! It’s very hard to face yourself and your emotions but you’ll feel so much better once your soul and your thoughts are on the same page. Your relationship with your wife and son will surely benefit from this sacrifice. My condolences about your dad, I bet he’s rooting for you too. ❤️ You got this!!

    • @oXahusTz
      @oXahusTz Před rokem +2

      @@angelvee5093 thank for the encouraging words it does feel good knowing how to deal with your own emotions instead of burying them in any sort of substance coming up in three weeks been tempted a few times but I know I don’t want to start over

  • @jimmydice1059
    @jimmydice1059 Před 2 lety +18

    Thank you for the vids iv been a heavy cannabis oil smoker for over 25 years never missed a day. Now I'm on day 5 and its hard today was the first day i could eat. feeling sober is great. i never had any muscles pain so working out is really helping. Cannabis was a big part of my life. cannabis made my life and then took it away I'm done with it thank you....

    • @MpilaRampa
      @MpilaRampa Před 10 měsíci

      You said a mouthful , keep going you got this ❤

  • @Jennifer-bw7ku
    @Jennifer-bw7ku Před 7 měsíci +169

    Psychedelics are just an exceptional mental health breakthrough. It's quite fascinating how effective they are against depression and anxiety. Saved my life.

    • @APOLLINAIREBARTHOLOMIEU
      @APOLLINAIREBARTHOLOMIEU Před 7 měsíci +1

      Can you help with the reliable source I would really appreciate it. Many people talk about mushrooms and psychedelics but nobody talks about where to get them. Very hard to get a reliable source here in Australia. Really need!

    • @elizabethwilliams6651
      @elizabethwilliams6651 Před 7 měsíci

      Yes, dr.sporessss. I have the same experience with anxiety, depression, PTSD and addiction and Mushrooms definitely made a huge huge difference to why am clean today.

    • @steceymorgan814
      @steceymorgan814 Před 7 měsíci

      I wish they were readily available in my place.
      Microdosing was my next plan of care for my husband. He is 59 & has so many mental health issues plus probable CTE & a TBI that left him in a coma 8 days. It's too late now I had to get a TPO as he's 6'6 300+ pound homicidal maniac.
      He's constantly talking about killing someone.
      He's violent. Anyone reading this Familiar w/ BPD know if it is common for an obsession with violence.

    • @APOLLINAIREBARTHOLOMIEU
      @APOLLINAIREBARTHOLOMIEU Před 7 měsíci

      Is he on instagram?

    • @elizabethwilliams6651
      @elizabethwilliams6651 Před 7 měsíci

      Yes he is. dr.sporessss

  • @Gorbachub
    @Gorbachub Před 10 měsíci +3

    This guy gave me hope that I can give up smoking marijuana after smoking for 34 years. The first three days was really hard but after that it wasn’t so bad, it has to do with how bad you want it and I feel better and I’m on two weeks

  • @gamergal8138
    @gamergal8138 Před rokem +4

    Thanks to your videos I quit vaping products after being addicted for seven years. It’s been 70 days. I have the confidence to quit marijuana now. Thank you for your help, I don’t think I would’ve done it otherwise.

  • @LARRYJHill
    @LARRYJHill Před 2 lety +16

    I’m 70 and I’m going through going through withdrawals from the carts I was Covid-19’s and still wanted to smoke that’s when I said I’m addicted and I have to quit thanks for your videos

  • @DiegoLuizCastro
    @DiegoLuizCastro Před 11 měsíci +4

    Thank you for your hard work! Day 9 of quitting for about the 7th or 8th time after 17 years of smoking! The struggle is real but each time I have tried and failed I have learned something new. I honestly feel like I will \win the battle for real this time. Stay strong everybody!

  • @Cons405
    @Cons405 Před 11 měsíci

    Just hit level 4! Your videos are amazing man! Such a wonderful help! I can’t thank you enough for the tips!

  • @mbmrip11
    @mbmrip11 Před rokem +11

    Great video. Something that really helps me is keeping in mind that the anxiety of quitting is way easier to tolerate than the anxiety of using when you know it isn’t serving you anymore. Cannabis withdrawal can be absolutely brutal and on par with a milder more protracted opiate withdrawal IMO, but it feels so good on the other side.

  • @m1ssmaniii
    @m1ssmaniii Před rokem +14

    Day2 of no smoking! I know it's gonna get worse before it gets better but there is no going back. I've been suffering with CHS, but this morning I didn't have the urge to vomit and that's because I quit smoking! Your videos are keeping me on track. Thank you! TO EVERYONE ON THEIR QUITTING JOURNEY, WE GOT THIS, STAY STRONG! ❤❤❤

    • @cjcalderon9768
      @cjcalderon9768 Před rokem

      aye those 2 days turned to 2 weeks real quick huh

    • @hitthendip
      @hitthendip Před rokem +1

      @@cjcalderon9768 hell nah my third day feels like hell lol

    • @YaNansCrustyToe
      @YaNansCrustyToe Před 9 měsíci

      I smoked nearly daily for 2 years and I’m currently on day 7 and I feel fine, not much irritation or loss of appetite etc. but my question is if I smoke a gram tomorrow then wait another week and smoke again will this be fine and will I still feel better even though thc isn’t eliminated completely ? Thanks.

  • @alrightyyoliver8691
    @alrightyyoliver8691 Před 10 měsíci +12

    Watching these videos have been one of my only sources of support throughout this. I’m on day 6 after almost 6 years of smoking almost every day. I’ve been having massive panic attacks where my heart rate will be above normal for like an hour or two. It’s been very scary. It’s been more manageable, each panic attack shorter than the last. It’s been tough trying not to touch bud especially when my partner and friends constantly smoke. Anyways, make sure y’all stay hydrated!! Dehydration can trigger heart palpitations when you’re going through withdrawal. Learned that the hard way.

    • @nokomentsEVH
      @nokomentsEVH Před 10 měsíci +1

      I'm on day 6 as well today, if your partner and friends are still smoking, you can ask them to do it when you're not around, it really helps to isolate yourself from the drug. It's my second attempt this year and last time I managed to stay sober for 23 days, but relapsed after accidentally bumping into my friends who were smoking mad amounts of dank at that moment. Stay strong, you can do it.

    • @alrightyyoliver8691
      @alrightyyoliver8691 Před 10 měsíci +3

      @@nokomentsEVH thank you for this reply, I’m def gonna talk to them about that 🫶🏼 stay strong as well!! One day at a time. We’re here for each other here :)

    • @edthemed5321
      @edthemed5321 Před 5 měsíci

      @@alrightyyoliver8691hope your doing good still bro im also dealing with rhe bad panic attacks and heart palpitations its such a relief to see that im not the only one that has had these same withdrawal symptoms currently on day 13 and i couldnt want to be further away frm bud

    • @sumhappenedtocudi9023
      @sumhappenedtocudi9023 Před měsícem +1

      Day 11 here, just keep pushing and try getting things to take your mind off from it

    • @alrightyyoliver8691
      @alrightyyoliver8691 Před měsícem

      @@sumhappenedtocudi9023 it’s been almost nine months now and life has been a lot better that’s for sure! Wishing you the best on your journey!!

  • @user-mg2sm6ke4p
    @user-mg2sm6ke4p Před 11 měsíci

    I came to this video, looking for more actionable steps about how to deal with my short term acute withdrawal symptoms. But what I actually came from this video was a perspective about the longer process I had! I am very thankful I found this video. Thank you so much for making this continent!

  • @bigp500pb
    @bigp500pb Před 2 lety +15

    I'm 4 days in and the insomnia is chronic..Start back at work tomorrow just hope I get some shut eye tonight. 15 years 3gram a day everyday I just feel if I do not change nothing will change..
    Wish me luck 🙏 Thanks for upload

  • @jonasofosu1318
    @jonasofosu1318 Před 2 lety +6

    12 days sober 🙏🏾 Thank you for your videos. Have a Merry Christmas and happy New Year! 🎄

    • @AddictionMindset
      @AddictionMindset  Před 2 lety

      You too! Merry Christmas! And happy new year to you as well!

  • @theult1mate641
    @theult1mate641 Před 3 měsíci

    Just started my break from this addiction after suffering with the symptoms and not even knowing it was the weed, these videos help so so much thanks man

  • @ElyzabethSkapik
    @ElyzabethSkapik Před 2 měsíci +1

    This video changed my life!! I’ve been trying to quit smoking weed pretty much since I started over 10 years ago. I always knew that it wasn’t the best for me, but I couldn’t stop relying on it for my anxiety. I started therapy last march and during my first session I told her I was there because for some reason I couldn’t stop smoking. I’ve been digging and trudging through my shadows, healing from my past and I got to a point where my anxiety was better but I still couldn’t stop smoking because I couldn’t get past the withdrawal symptoms. I’m now on day 5 without smoking whereas before I could never make it past day 2. I feel more at ease with the symptoms knowing that it’s only temporary, whereas addiction has the potential to last forever. My cravings are easier to settle because of the anchors you’ve offered and I feel like I finally have my life back and I can focus on what’s actually important again. Thank you infinitely 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

  • @BenBillin
    @BenBillin Před rokem +7

    Just watching this completely stoped me from relapsing I was literally about to give up due to how bad I was feeling then watched this and turned the table thanks so much 💙

  • @orianarivera4589
    @orianarivera4589 Před rokem +6

    On my 10th day of being sober n I admit it hasn’t been easily , but I’ve been taking it day by day. But I’m so glad I crossed this video thank you doc ❤

  • @JC-mz4ry
    @JC-mz4ry Před 13 dny

    love how you made everything a goal instead of a detachment helped a lot brother!!

  • @TM-xr6wd
    @TM-xr6wd Před 9 měsíci +2

    Today marks day 7 since I stopped. Unlike the other times I’ve quit this time around I haven’t really experienced any withdrawal symptoms. Just minor muscle discomfort. Keeping busy during the day to the point where when night comes I’m already exhausted and go straight to bed whenever I decide to. Zero vivid nightmares (which I was kinda looking forward to tbh). So yeah right now I’m just riding the wave as far as it’ll take me. Thanks for the great channel

  • @laurenterry4898
    @laurenterry4898 Před 2 lety +14

    Currently my fourth day not smoking after a year and a half of heavily smoking all day every day. Your videos are helping me so much and giving me such great insight as I navigate through this. Thank you for posting these

  • @ryanmse30
    @ryanmse30 Před 2 lety +38

    I really appreciate this. I'm on day 7 of 32 years of addiction. Zero cravings which is really good, because I realized it just gave me anxiety, panics, chest pains/tightness, and made me gain weight. I lost 7 pounds from being depressed, but slowly coming out of it. One of the biggest reasons I don't want it in my life anymore, is it made me recluse socially, and when i used weed, would make me not go out but stay in and be paranoid and lonely. I'm way more mentally active now, which made anxiety worse for a time, but lemon balm helps calm me.

    • @hassm7940
      @hassm7940 Před 2 lety +5

      How’s your anxiety? Because I have zero cravings because the chest pain/tightness and anxiety I’m on day 3 and my anxiety/irritation is my biggest problem!!

    • @ryanmse30
      @ryanmse30 Před 2 lety +1

      @@hassm7940 Don't feel alon. My anxiety is a big issue right now. But Jiaogulan tea is helping. What were you reasons for quitting?

    • @hassm7940
      @hassm7940 Před 2 lety +3

      @@ryanmse30 i just felt like I needed weed to basically feel normal…and it would give me weird feelings in my chest only when I smoked, but the anxiety/Irritability was the main reason like when I wasn’t high or even felt like my high was going down I would instantly fee anxious and irritated like I haven’t smoked for days but it would be couple hours. Even when I felt like my weed supply was low I would have fear…I just think it’s time for me move on from my daily smoking days.

    • @ryanmse30
      @ryanmse30 Před 2 lety

      @@hassm7940 Good luck on the journey. Now that I'm feeling better the cravings are hitting. Had a dream last night where I was at the beach and I smoked in the dream, part of weed i miss like the relaxation. But same as you weed would cause chest pain/tightness and fear. But i love being sober and more intelligible without weed.

    • @Boojyman
      @Boojyman Před rokem

      Hoes it going?

  • @OnlySqueal233
    @OnlySqueal233 Před 8 měsíci +3

    Your videos really do help get through the time of withdrawals I’m on my 4 day and I couldn’t say how happy I am for doing this my body definitely needed this was going through cold sweats and stomach aches , body aches but I’m going to get through it cause of your support thanks 🙏🏽

  • @hp4joynlife
    @hp4joynlife Před 11 měsíci +12

    Got SUPER ADDICTED after 3 foot surgeries and smoked for 2years. I have 29yrs sober from alcohol but this plant beat me to death! The first day was HARD! I really appreciate these videos and I am sending them to my friends who are trying to quit! THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTENT!!!!❤❤

  • @cjlarson4553
    @cjlarson4553 Před rokem +117

    Day 5….. 20 years lost 😞
    The 2nd night I was up all night drenched in sweat!
    Felt good today but have explosive anger, and no joy 🥲.
    Obviously weed is TERRIBLE for the body, the withdrawal proves it. It was my escape from emotional pain, so it’s tough. Not turning back now!

    • @chrismcnamara959
      @chrismcnamara959 Před rokem +2

      Keep going man I'm in the same spot 20 years gone but it's so worth it I'm on day 5 today !

    • @dmt3755
      @dmt3755 Před rokem +3

      Coffee Withrawls were the worst for me

    • @thelastsignature
      @thelastsignature Před rokem +2

      Also 20 years down the hole…. How are you guys holding up? I’m on day 3 after a 3 plus month relapse

    • @bignothing55
      @bignothing55 Před rokem +4

      @@thelastsignature 25 years gone and on day 3 myself. Good luck! I've been so irritable day 1 and 2 but I'm definitely not turning back.

    • @thelastsignature
      @thelastsignature Před rokem +4

      @@bignothing55 we got this! There is a better life waiting for us

  • @harrietohara
    @harrietohara Před 2 lety +5

    I just had to come back to this video and THANK YOU! It’s been 2 months for me now and this video is by far the most beneficial video I’ve watched and I think it really helped me. I love a good challenge and this video really worked for me more than anything 🙌 you did good! Thanks again :)

  • @witchsiIver
    @witchsiIver Před 2 měsíci +1

    thanks for makin this video man this helped a lot

  • @nickschmitt9936
    @nickschmitt9936 Před 5 měsíci +1

    1 month sober for the first time, really starting to accept that this is really happening and that I am breaking the cycle. :) good luck to everyone, much love.

  • @HansyPants184
    @HansyPants184 Před 2 lety +120

    Just started week 6 of no THC. Really finding the holidays to be a challenging time to stay sober through. Ended up getting drunk last night at Christmas dinner which I've never really had a problem with but there was a heavy dose of temptation to smoke today to get rid of the hangover. For anyone considering getting a buzz on, let me be your guinea pig and tell you I can't recommend drinking for anyone thinking it's a good alternative if you're in recovery from weed or nic. Leads to heaps of temptations and lack of inhibitions that just make it a shitty, potentially self-sabotaging decision. Merry Christmas to all!

    • @eddykohlmann471
      @eddykohlmann471 Před 2 lety +8

      In my experience, replacing weed with alcohol can lead to some very regrettable situations.

    • @teddyleandre6661
      @teddyleandre6661 Před 2 lety

      Exactly!! I noticed that too

    • @danielbroxton5803
      @danielbroxton5803 Před 2 lety

      I’m having that same experience today stay strong 💪🏻

    • @Cbd_7ohm
      @Cbd_7ohm Před 2 lety

      Cannabidiol is way better than ethanol. Kratom too, although it is like delta 9 thc as far as withdrawal after chronic large dose use by itself(some other drugs used in combination can block that effect like compounds in ginger or dxm etc.).

    • @b4iwakegaming
      @b4iwakegaming Před 2 lety +1

      I had a friend who used to do so much coke he almost died, so then he went to weed and this guy buys a pound or two every couple of months. The guy smokes practically every waking moment of his life. He's a successful business owner with a lot more energy than me though so I guess he's the exception to the rule about potheads, but you see how the addiction only transfers to the next thing, it doesn't cease.

  • @RoyalBeach_
    @RoyalBeach_ Před rokem +7

    I smoked for 20 years, am a petite female, and smoked everyday, all day. I was ok until day 8 and 9 where I was vomiting, muscle pains, shivering and sweating for 48 hours. I used your mindset of thinking of addiction leaving my body, and it helped. I am still shocked at how sick and in pain I was.

  • @DashFlashTheLife
    @DashFlashTheLife Před 3 měsíci +3

    Man dude, I just wanna say thank you so much. This is all some genuinely amazing content and I can tell is gonna help me a lot as I take back control of my life. Thank you

  • @andreamashburn438
    @andreamashburn438 Před 20 dny

    Just finished day 6 and I feel like I come back and watch this video everyday lol hearing the next level gets the through the current one. My favorite part of quitting is finally being able to THINK! You don’t realize how fuzzy life is until you lift that cloud.

  • @justcallmesoulzordont8550

    Currently on day 8. Really starting to go though it. Heavy 24/7 smoker for the last 5-6 years.
    This video is helping me calling myself on my BS excuses.
    I’m investing in myself for the long haul.
    From the bottom of my heart, Thankyou.

    • @GoonieHunter
      @GoonieHunter Před rokem +1

      I'm on day 1.5 and I'm a heavy user of edibles and wax. I'm experiencing hand shakes, sweating uncontrollably, insomnia, head tingling, no appetite,

    • @qhaddafy
      @qhaddafy Před rokem

      @@GoonieHunter how is it going? You still clean

    • @smileyloco97
      @smileyloco97 Před rokem

      Hey i am about 2 weeks sober and still have bad anxiety is that normal also i keep hearing a ringing in my ear 😢 and suicidal thoughts have been pretty scary if anyone has experience this please lmk it would make me feel better im starting to get scared

    • @amuney2x
      @amuney2x Před rokem

      @@smileyloco97 have things gotten better?

    • @AD-BC-84
      @AD-BC-84 Před 10 měsíci

      To people that are struggling to come off this unnaturally super strong Weed, you're better off smoking Something with lower thc likes some normal regular hash for a while. Then go cold turkey, because it's a lot easier, I'm surprised nobody else has figured this out and mentions it.

  • @beefcake1973aus
    @beefcake1973aus Před rokem +44

    I've been a daily smoker for the last 28 years and am on Day 3 of my latest attempt to quit. In my experience this video is spot on with the withdrawal symptoms and the timeframe in which they occur, so I consider this an invaluable resource. I dare say I'll be revisiting this video in the days/weeks ahead.

    • @cx2299
      @cx2299 Před rokem +3

      For me there was no excitement phase in the beginning, i went to detox straight away, just sweating and crying and being irritated since the first 12 hours

    • @benwoodbridge4967
      @benwoodbridge4967 Před rokem +2

      Hey I'm curious OzzyDrongo how'd you do? You sound like me, I'm on like day 6 or 7 now and it's still brutal - didn't help that I pushed my smoking to insane levels over the last say 5 or 6 years. I'm 41 this year and I refuse to waste any more of my productive years. My kid deserves better. Anyway I hope you're doing well but regardless all the best.

    • @joshuap1678
      @joshuap1678 Před rokem

      @@benwoodbridge4967 same here. 42 years old and been smoking since I was 15. More on then off. Day 62 and I feel absolutely horrible. Everything seems to be going wrong. My mental health is really taking its toll on me. I’m hoping the best of luck to you.

    • @logisticsguy
      @logisticsguy Před rokem

      If you guys are struggling at that age then the future seems bleeker for me. I'm only 26, I don't have any relationships, no motivation, habits or goals. Just weed and anime. 😢

    • @benwoodbridge4967
      @benwoodbridge4967 Před rokem +3

      @@logisticsguy You still have so much time bro. If I could go back to 26 and sober up my life would be very different today. I had bigger issues than just weed but if it's a problem in your life and holding you back it's all the same. Think about it please mate. Just say you quit today. You could hit 30 with 4 years off the pot. At 40 (my age) you would have left it behind 14 years ago and you could be literally ANYWHERE. Don't make the mistake I did. Your late twenties go by fast and your thirties much faster. Seize the day bro. You got this.

  • @isarz1512
    @isarz1512 Před měsícem +2

    very helpful...even you yourself cant imagine what you are doing for humanity for our world ... thankssssssssssssss
    wish you and your family long happy life

  • @DimeDMo
    @DimeDMo Před 3 měsíci +1

    I stopped smoking during Covid, my life has been changed I sent this video to my brother, this is exactly the truth

  • @Hannahremo
    @Hannahremo Před rokem +37

    When I met my boyfriend 3 1/2 years ago he was on his 6th year of chronic smoking. As two young naive teens I decided the best way to relate to him was to also smoke. I have smoked for 3 1/2 years ever since I’ve known him, and we are now on day 3 of being sober. We found your videos after stopping, and giggled at how much we relate to you and this video. We want a better life, and we want to be healthy again in every way. I hope everyone who’s needing a sign to stop that this be it. Nothing is more important than your life being healthy, and important to you. Marijuana is not your friend in the long run, it’s just your friend for a few hours. Thanks so much for your content, and we will keep pushing for a better future. Bless ❤️

    • @BruhMomentum420
      @BruhMomentum420 Před rokem

      How's it going?

    • @Hannahremo
      @Hannahremo Před rokem +2

      We are completely clean now!! It gets easier every day man. We worked together as a team, and tried to beat the demon in the room which is addiction. Very blessed to regain my body and mind back. It wasn’t an easy battle

    • @BruhMomentum420
      @BruhMomentum420 Před rokem +1

      @@Hannahremo im happy for you guys

    • @DivergentDiveBomb
      @DivergentDiveBomb Před rokem +2

      I love that there is still a “we” through all of this ❤️

    • @Hannahremo
      @Hannahremo Před rokem +2

      @@DivergentDiveBomb we are married now, and life is getting better everyday. ☺️ stay sober friends!

  • @ekayn1606
    @ekayn1606 Před rokem +6

    I was sober for 2.5 years out of the last 3 years. I've experienced many different levels of withdrawals. From demons with infinite black pits for eyes staring at me as i went to sleep to irritability and sleep issues. Weed withdrawals are no joke. Lean on people when you're weak and keep moving forward

  • @adamdeveau6311
    @adamdeveau6311 Před 10 měsíci +1

    I’ve been smoking weed chronically for 26 years. Accomplished a lot in my life but can’t help thinking I would have been even more successful if I didn’t. Now I just want a more stable mind

  • @lowkey5112
    @lowkey5112 Před 8 měsíci

    You have no idea how much this video is accurate.

  • @jackbrennen4214
    @jackbrennen4214 Před rokem +92

    Nausea was so bad for me, worst I had ever felt it before. Walking and staying standing up literally makes you feel like at least 50% better. I hope this can help. Oh, and hot showers and ICE cold water!

    • @Atypicalkid88
      @Atypicalkid88 Před rokem +6

      I'm experiencing a Lot of nausea thanks for the tips!❤

    • @sergiorojas9386
      @sergiorojas9386 Před rokem +6

      @@Atypicalkid88 if you still experience nausea I rubbed a little capsaicin cream on my stomach and it helps

    • @LILREMAlNS
      @LILREMAlNS Před rokem +9

      you wouldn't survive opiate withdrawal. you'd 100% blow your brains out

    • @Kryptonicx7x
      @Kryptonicx7x Před rokem +7

      @@LILREMAlNSJesus my man relax there a little bit bud

    • @LILREMAlNS
      @LILREMAlNS Před rokem +4

      @@Kryptonicx7x it might be harsh but it's the truth

  • @arielgarcia8377
    @arielgarcia8377 Před rokem +5

    I feel like all this levels can come all at once in less than an hour, even by the day. I'm trying as hard as I can to not relapse but every emotion feels so real being sober

    • @DivergentDiveBomb
      @DivergentDiveBomb Před rokem

      I’m on day 3 and feel this. Accepting that it’s difficult, understanding that you ARE feeling emotions differently right now (key phrase), and being ultra compassionate with myself, has helped A LOT.
      I believe in you 🙌🏼

  • @purpleplatypus97
    @purpleplatypus97 Před 3 měsíci

    Your work is really helpful. Thank you to you and your team for the healing you enable. My best friend and I couldn't have made it this far without you guys! 🧡

  • @Beafeaters
    @Beafeaters Před 9 měsíci +1

    I’ve been smoking upside down and it has really been helping with my arthritis especially the nausea from my medication and pain in the joints!

  • @joeydepoy
    @joeydepoy Před rokem +11

    I’m on day 4 of quitting after smoking for 6+ years heavily daily. I slept last night with some ZZZquil and felt a lot better today, still just feel anxious and sort of disassociated with very little appetite. I just want to be done with disassociating and gain my life back. I don’t hate weed, I just hate what it does to me. I have a horribly addictive personality and anything that brings me relief I abuse.
    I can’t wait to get through the rest of this withdrawal.

    • @Cbd_7ohm
      @Cbd_7ohm Před rokem

      Delta-9 THC causes tolerance, dependence, and withdrawals with chronic use, and is also highly rewarding(not like something like methamphetamine, but the level of dopamine release in the vta is similar to other natural drugs that can cause addiction(morphine, cocaine, nicotine, ethanol)). It isn't just you. Delta-9-THC literally has significant addiction potential(significant, meaning it is very prevelent/possible, and this is measurable, not that most people have this issue).

  • @TheBeresford7
    @TheBeresford7 Před rokem +6

    Glad I'm not the only one who both fears life without pot and also fearing life with pot.

  • @bcozimazn
    @bcozimazn Před 8 měsíci

    Thanks for articulating it so well for all the different stages!

  • @nkululekongidi9657
    @nkululekongidi9657 Před rokem

    Thank you for the great video, much needed. 😊

  • @Godisfirst21
    @Godisfirst21 Před 2 lety +3

    You are helping me and so many people.

  • @HankBukowski
    @HankBukowski Před rokem +7

    Today is day three.
    I took 11 days off work. 😂

  • @sarahmason8911
    @sarahmason8911 Před 8 měsíci

    Great vid! Each point is so accurate

  • @WARRIORMETAGOD
    @WARRIORMETAGOD Před 21 dnem

    A really good channel and well done

  • @ip-sum
    @ip-sum Před rokem +9

    I have no support system, and I'm surrounded by toxic frustrating people.

  • @tylerpenner5881
    @tylerpenner5881 Před rokem +11

    Day 7 and I feel like I’m going to die, fever of 102, gnarly headaches, extreme shivering. This sucks, but we can do it! Don’t give up

    • @bunnyholez
      @bunnyholez Před rokem

      How its going buddy?

    • @tylerpenner5881
      @tylerpenner5881 Před rokem +2

      @@bunnyholez a million times betters now! It has been 1 month and 29 days now, I tell my friends and everyone else that I just don’t anymore. But yea it’s been just about 2 months, I don’t agree with this guys steps but I suppose it’s who you are, I’ve been so much happier and all around more productive and able to think much more clearly.

    • @MrZujv
      @MrZujv Před rokem

      hey buddy can i ask how long yours lasted im on day 8 definitely feeling better from day 1 but it just doesn’t seem like it’s gonna end any advice

    • @tylerpenner5881
      @tylerpenner5881 Před rokem +1

      @@MrZujv hey man, yea it’ll be probably about 2 weeks or so before you actually feel like 80-90% better. I’d never sweat or felt that bad in a long long time! But I promise only a little longer it’ll get better, I’m on about 4 months now and I still get cravings to smoke but for the most part there not as intense as what they used to be. It’s worth it man, you got it! Treat yourself with something you enjoy with the money you’ll be saving lol. You deserve it

    • @MrZujv
      @MrZujv Před rokem +2

      @@tylerpenner5881 hey just wanted to update ya, on 2 weeks now and i woke up today a felt like the weight was lifted off my shoulders, it’s weird but i just feel free now, thank you for the advice i don’t wanna sound chest but that was exactly what i needed to hear thank you. i don’t think i’m ever going back to it

  • @doriontaylor5506
    @doriontaylor5506 Před 8 měsíci

    Starting my journey I’m 1 day in the seriousness and thoughts of quitting brings tears to my eyes I really need this for me and my family

  • @GrantHilliard
    @GrantHilliard Před 2 měsíci +3

    These videos really helped me but what helped me is he most was connecting with the word of god and realizing he has a better plan for my life. Giving my will to him and telling my friends and family
    I couldn’t stand the embarrassment of telling them I smoked again.
    It’s been almost 4 weeks and I’ve Been so blessed