Cannabis causes numerous problems for habitual users. Not only is it illegal, but it can also cause health problems. Marijuana damages the lungs and can alter a person's personality. Once a user has started smoking, it is difficult to quit. Although it is not as physically addictive as cigarettes, it takes concentration and effort to convince yourself that you no longer need the drug.
Step 1
Set a date to quit smoking marijuana. This step is very important. It will turn your desire to quit into a scheduled process instead of just a wishful thought. Mark it on your calender and make the event official.
Step 2
Join teams or clubs. You are less likely to have the urge to smoke when you don't have time for it. Being involved will help you find new hobbies to replace cannabis. Certain organizations also prohibit the use of illegal drugs and even test for it sometimes.
Step 3
Find a new job that uses standard drug-testing procedures. It is often difficult to quit just because you want to. A new job that tests for marijuana will give you extra motivation. You may very well decide to choose work over cannabis.
Step 4
Do important tasks one day while you are not high, and then try them the next day after you smoke. Your brain will not function the same way, because the THC chemical in marijuana slows down the thought process. It will put into perspective how much more efficient your life is without smoking.
Step 5
Throw away your accessories. Even if it seems like you may be wasting money by pitching expensive paraphernalia, it will help in the long run. You are less likely to smoke cannabis when you are not surrounded by things that remind you of it. Get rid of any bongs, pipes or bowls in your home.
Step 6
Use herbal substances temporarily. Most tobacco shops carry herbal products that you can either chew or smoke. They provide a mild effect similar to cannabis. By using these substances for a while, you're slowly adjusting your body to a life without the chemical THC.
