For each of those issues, do you find that getting buzzed helps get your out of feeling the symptoms, or do you feel that it is better to get to a positive mental state, and then use Cannabis to enhance/prolong that? I know Cannabis can often exacerbate negative feelings if you use it while in the wrong mindset. However, it can sometimes do just the opposite, which is very interesting.
I think my use brings me a level of calmness that really does not exist for me un-medicated. My anxiety level tends to bring on depression, so for me , marijuana solves both those issues. Now, I should say that I also take anti-depressants prescribed by my physician. I have not used marijuana alone to combat these issues since I was a teenager. Although at that time I did not realize what my illness was. Back in those days, no internet and nobody talked about these illnesses. I had no idea what was wrong with me until I guess the major information age began, i.e. internet, etc.
I stopped using marijuana in the mid 80's, got married and had kids, so I quit and did not use again until just a few years ago. The last two years have been the best years of my life and marijuana is a big reason why. I have done other things to improve my health such as regular doctor appointments, no drinking, and watching what I eat, along with some exercise has all played into my well-being today.
Obviously I could move to a legal state, but why should I have to?? My kids are both nearby for me at the present time and I would like to keep it that way as long as I can. Also, my job is here, along with friends, etc. I know why it is illegal, unlike what the politicians try to tell me. Anyway, I did not intend to ramble on this much but it is an important issue for many people in this country. So for now I am forced to break the law, even though in my opinion it is the government that is committing anything criminal when it comes to this drug war.
