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Who remembers what that's from?
I have a current opinion about something that I think may be unpopular, but we shall see, and let me preface that with. . . my opinions are never final, they are simply where I am at in the evolution of my knowledge (not just brain knowledge, but inner knowing) of any subject.
I am, above all, open minded, and I plan to continue to be that way for the rest of my days, because I am in complete understanding that there is no way I can know everything about everything from every angle - and this is what I hope someday everyone can come to understand.
Because that’s what it takes to get people to have compassion for everyone else. We have to approach all situations with an open mind that there is a possibility that we may be wrong about whatever it is. Be open minded enough to ACTUALLY listen to other opinions and facts that you might not have been aware of.
Stop going into conversations with the intention to change another’s opinion. Go into conversations to hear what they are saying. Truly listen openly, knowing that you may learn something new.
Anyhoo - hopping off my soapbox now!
The opinion I eluded to is that I’m thinking a little THC gummy might not be such a bad thing for certain people who struggle with the fear of going places, or having to talk to strangers.
I am not going to use the word anxiety anymore (that was the last time, I hope). I’m feeling like my whole world revolves around that word lately, and what you focus on grows. Even though I talk about it in a way that is to help people, I believe we need to drop the label. . .
I am focusing on happiness, and the attainment of it from the inside.
An edible could benefit the person who orders take out and asks the uber driver to leave it on the front porch so they don’t have to interact with someone.
It could give someone the confidence to reach out to another person to get together, when they would have worried about rejection before.
It might make them a little less afraid to do something that looks like fun but is new and unknown vs skipping it out of fear.
For that person who can’t eat because in a few hours the house is going to be full of relatives that all want to talk to them and the last thing they like to do is talk about themselves.
Or possibly the woman who can’t even get on an airplane for her brother’s funeral because of the irrational fear she has developed of flying.
These are all normal, typical behavior in today’s society. I see it every day, it’s so common it’s not even considered unique anymore. Every single one of us knows people (or are ourselves) struggling with some type of social discomfort, or irrational fear or constant worry.
But, in all of these scenarios someone is missing out on a lot of life! Not only the exciting adventures that could be had and experiencing new and unknown things (if you’re into that), but most especially the interactions with other people.
While these things are not the source of our happiness, they certainly can add to it - and we were put on this planet to LIVE after all. We’re here! Might as well play the game as best we can!
A micro dose of THC might be just the thing to give that little extra push to the person who’s not taking a step because of a fear of something that isn’t really a “necessary” fear. You know, like rattle snack fear is necessary… fear of trying that new painting class is not.
The trick is, in my opinion, to use it as a catalyst, not a crutch. Use it if you need that little extra boost of confidence on occasion to help you work through the fear in a natural way - by confronting it more often.
Once you have done that, you don’t need the assistance in that area of your life.
BUT, it is an addictive substance (don’t let anyone ever tell you it isn’t, whether it’s physically so or psychologically so doesn’t matter) so a person must use it with discernment and intention.
Simply be aware of why you’re using it, and don’t get into the habit of just popping a gummy every single day at the same time, cuz that’ll just lead to wanting more, and that’s where it’s an issue.
So THAT’S my opinion on that subject at this moment and time.
I would really love to hear yours. ⬇️
Erica, this couldn’t have come at a better time. I’ve used THC as a crutch for years now and in the most recent year, my body is saying “no more please” or at least “let’s slow down”. My relationship with THC is evolving beautifully. It’s not perfect. Self-judgement will creep in but then there are days when I use it to Play and Create and I feel so fulfilled afterward. I love how you put it. Using it as a catalyst instead of a crutch. Thank you for that perspective!