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The Battle for Self-Improvement: How Weed Helped Me Find Peace
The journey towards self-improvement is a constant battle, with internal and external factors often standing in the way. As someone who struggled with anger for most of my life, I know firsthand how these roadblocks can hinder personal growth. But at 37 years old, I can proudly say that I have found a sense of calm and contentment, thanks in part to the use of weed and other mental health measures.
The Early Years: A Simmering Stew of Anger
From my pre-teens to my mid-20s, anger was a frequent companion on my journey through life. Frustrations would often boil over into unpleasant outbursts, and looking back, I am embarrassed by my inability to control my emotions. I was a whiny loudmouth, always ready to pick a fight or vent my frustrations.
My anger stemmed from a combination of family issues, my own mistakes, and external factors beyond my control. It was a recipe for a “damn fine anger soup,” and I was constantly on edge, ready to lash out at anyone who crossed me.
The College Years: An Angry Little Thing
By the time I reached college, my anger had only intensified. I was irritable and difficult, often taking cues from the infamous “I’mma let you finish” Kanye West era. I loved to rant and vent, but looking back, I realize that I was just a “stone-cold, largely uneducated dipshit.” My anger had become my default mode, and I took pride in being an asshole.
But as I approached my mid-20s, I began to question if this was the person I wanted to be. I didn’t like who I was or where I was headed, and I knew I needed to make a change.
The Turning Point: Finding Peace Through Weed
I had been smoking weed recreationally since I was 18, but it wasn’t until I hit rock bottom at 26 that I turned to it for more than just a good time. After a string of failed relationships and a rough patch in my career, I found myself in a state of despair. I was upset about everything, from my personal life to losing in FIFA ’13.
It was then that I started to explore ways to better myself, and I soon realized that weed played a significant role in helping me find peace. It helped me recalibrate my thinking and let go of my anger. I no longer felt the need to be defensive or lash out at others. Instead, I focused on improving myself and finding inner peace.
The Journey Continues
Since then, I have continued to use weed as a tool for self-improvement. It has helped me manage my anger and find a sense of balance in my life. Of course, it’s not a cure-all, and I still have my moments of frustration and irritability. But overall, I am proud of the progress I have made and the person I have become.
So to all the naysayers who dismiss weed as just a recreational drug, I say this: for me, it has been a powerful tool for personal growth and finding peace. And I will continue to use it on my journey towards self-improvement.
