r/Petioles • u/Interesting-Sense694 • 13h ago

Discussion Need advice

Hello im about to be 18 and ive been smoking since I was 15 with no breaks daily. I’ve noticed a difference with how I felt about a year ago. But I didn't stop. I feel insanely paranoid, scared and everyone is out to get me. For my 18th birthday my goal is to take a year long t-break. Im wondering if i should ever come back to plant or quit for good. Im 3 days in, it fucking sucks. Im open to any criticism and suggestions.

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u/RemoteTricky4381 11h ago

real. if you make a strict "im never coming back!!!" youll probably fail.

https://www.reddit.com/r/Petioles/comments/118y7eo/2023_update_weekly_sober_days_moderation_technique/

great post that i think is working for me!

its moderation. take that super long t break and then maybe have a small smoke at night as a 1 time thing once you know youve got a handle on self control. thats my biggest issue :/

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u/tonevizion 5h ago

Three days in is usually the roughest stretch, so the fact that it sucks doesn't mean it isn't working. The on-edge, irritable, can't-sleep feeling tends to peak in the first week or so and then eases off.

A few things that help a lot of people early on: move every day even if it's just a walk, keep your hands busy in the evenings when cravings like to show up, and drink more water than you think you need. Telling one person you trust what you're doing also makes it a lot easier to stick with.

The paranoia is worth paying attention to. For plenty of people it fades within a few weeks off, which is a good sign weed was playing a part. If it doesn't ease up or it gets worse, it's worth talking to a doctor or counselor. No shame in that.

As for whether you come back later, you don't have to decide now. Do the year, see how you feel at the end, and make the call with a clear head. You've got this.