Do we Misuse the Herb?

I think if you're using it daily, or even every other day, it's probably too much. You have to wonder why you're trying to get altered so much, is something wrong in your life you're running from? This is borderline abuse, or perhaps outright abuse. Depends on the situation though.

I think moderation is important. Using it one or two times a week, either for mind/spirit expansion or just relaxation and fun is all good, I'm not a snob about it like that. But to use it as a crutch in life I think is definitely misusing this great gift. Drugs are great for getting a new perspective on things, maybe an aid in spirituality, and also for having some fun with friends. But people don't seem to respect the power they hold. It used to be that drugs were used in a religious context, not for fucking around and doing dumb stuff. They were revered as gifts, not used as toys. They are too powerful to play around with like that, and I think this mindset is why people get into trouble with drugs (aside from stupid oppressive laws).

 

I think misuse isn't directly proportional to the amount. When you seriously think you're hooked and it's ruining your life, personality or whatnot... You know the type of people that fill anti-drug TV shows.
But if you feel good with yourself (in the healthy way) it's perfectly OK to get stoned out of your mind for hours from an overloaded space cake and watch TV.

 

I sometiems pity the people who smoke always just to get fucked up or to feel silly.
but at the same time, its their loss.
I smoke because its better than being sober. My mind is able to do everything it loves, and to also think and create amazing shit that i hold in awe. and since its so intellectual, for me, a lot of the time, it is very interesting.

but i also smoke caus i have fun, of course. having fun all the time doesnt seem to be worse than being sober all the time haha

I smoke all the time.. but i also think and create and conceptualise and evaluate [my life] all the time. and play videogames and listen to music and do all the shit i normally do, but more fun

when im with my friends in a group i wanna fuck around and have heaps of all out fun, when im with one other i usually like to talk and share ideas apon issues.
some of my friends tell me how much they love the thinkning i get them to do so i assume its rather unusual

 

the point is these drugs (THC and all the many cannabinoids) are not toys. this applies to caffeine and nicotine and alcohol, etc too. all drugs. we should respect them as in use our ... stoner wisdom! well not exactly, just regular sense.. see i think most people here respect the herb, altho we smoke it lots. we value and appreciate its many uses. we notice 'em. there are some people who "just like to get fucked up" and its even worse when people say that about the truer psychedelics. its fucking stupid and it annoys me. once in a while i will meet someone with a spiritual touch to them who is willing to share their experiences that weren't had so they could "see shit" ya know what im saying? the very first thing that should be eliminated is the cost of buds. of course this will probably never happen unless it is 'decriminalized' or whatever. but i DO NOT BELIEVE in paying for the herb. obviously, we should be able to grow it freely but thats not the case. the monetary system stimulates too much greed, and that affects many communities pot or no pot..

on the other hand, i got some nuggage in my luggage. peace

 

I dont believe using for recreation is bad, but i dont think (AT LEAST FOR ME) everyday is a good thing because i get unmotivated in some areas. but i also become more motivated in others (i.e. music, art, philosophy). but one thing that all new smokers should learn is to respect what they are doing, i try to tell my friends who are new to it to:1. try there hardest not to get caught(plus some tips) because it will ruin future experiances and 2. don't flaunt the fact you smoke, around the wrong people it will give other smokers including yourself a bad or worse reputaion.

 

i agree

 

well said

 

The only people who can write the laws are people.

Animals don't know of its "intentional" use and I'm sure if there is a god, he isn't going to say much if I shoved a head of cabbage up my ass.

 

i think all of you should buy/ rent "reefer madness" its one of the first propaganda fils against marijuana. its hillarious(not ment to be though)