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Where do I begin?

Discussion in 'Apprentice Marijuana Consumption' started by patrickks, Aug 28, 2015.

  1. #1 patrickks, Aug 28, 2015
    So I'm 20 years old and want to try smoking weed. The only thing I smoke sometimes are cigars. I did some research, checked out some local stores, and eventually went full out when I bought a humidor. Other than that I've done some vaping here and there. There aren't any weed stores in Canada for obvious reasons and so I can't exactly go to a store and sample different products.

    Growing up I turned down many opportunities to try weed because I always felt I wasn't ready. I'm the kind if person who always thinks of the future before doing anything and there was always a reason not to. Such as what if my parents found out, if I brought the smell home, if I didn't know what my state of mind would be, etc.


    But now I'm finding that some of my friends and even cousins are doing it. The common theme seems to be that it's relaxing and calming. Although I guess it depends on the person and the kind of bud they are smoking.

    The sudden interest comes from befriending a new group of friends which are my other friends group. I went to a party a while back and they were passing a bong around and I took a pass on it. They were nice about it and not pushy which I liked. So I started hanging out with some of these people and I've become friends with some of them. I guess what I'm saying is that I've found some friends who smoke weed and could set me up when I need it.

    Additionally, I'm at a point in my life where I'm under a lot of stress and anxiety. I also felt for the longest time that I have some form of ADD. Luckily, I will be doing some testing pretty soon and will be getting help. Part of me can't help but think what effect weed would have on my situation.

    Now that you have some background on where I'm coming from, where do I begin to learn? where does a complete noob go? is smoking weed similar to vaping? what terms should I familiarize myself with? should I buy a pipe or roll a joint?

    help?
     
  2. #2 PatrickXy6dC, Aug 28, 2015
    Last edited: Aug 28, 2015
    patrickks, glad you're getting tested for ADD. Good luck with that. I personally would get my best bud to turn me on and teach me the ropes. Or take a hit from the bong next time you're in that situation. The thing about cannabis is- if you're not in a legal/medical state you may not be able to choose your strains. You might want to be careful and start very slowly so you don't get overwhelmed, or smoke a potent, trippy sativa and smoke too much. A nice indica or high CBD strain might be the best. I'm not in a legal/medical state- that is just something I heard. Good luck, keep us posted, please.
    Joker
     
  3. #3 Baked Bread Baker, Aug 28, 2015
    For your first toke I would suggest getting together with friends.

    As to what to try first

    Joint- tends to be slightly harsh on the throat and lungs imo

    Pipe- again can be harsh, and same with joint you can inhale particles that make the whole experience unpleasant.

    Bong- imo best option, smooth and clean, depending if glass is clear you can see how big of a hit you are taking. And if you really want someone to hold your hand through it they can fill the chamber and pass to you to clear.
     
  4. #4 TokeRandir, Aug 28, 2015
    I was 20 when I started smoking. Around then I was incredibly timid, prone to anxiety, and since then I've matured a whole bunch, branching out and gaining confidence (just as anyone would between 20 and 25). I think it just the nudge I needed to let myself be more outgoing, and think about things in a more positive light.
    As for these new friends, they sound like a decent group to not be pushy, that means they respect your choices and therefore respect you. So long as you're all friends before weed, and not weed before friends y'know? Anyway, without being trying to be that pushy jerk, you should give it a try. But do it in your own time. You'll know when you're feeling ready, otherwise it might make the experience less pleasant than it could be. It also seems to me that you've just about made your mind up already.
    Places to start... Vaping is an option since you're familiar to it, or next time you're with the fellas see if they'd be down to smoke a blunt since you're already familiar with cigars (idk if you've ever rolled your own, but someone's gotta know how). Do what feels most comfortable and don't try to keep up with them. Try a few puffs and see how you feel, then try a few more. I hope you enjoyed this novel lol.
    Best of luck and have a good time!
     
  5. #5 JRE1234, Aug 28, 2015
    Dude. You need to relax. Take 3 or 4 hits off a joint and see what happens. If you don't like it, you never have to do it again. Why are you overthinking it so much?
     
  6. #6 patrickks, Sep 20, 2015
    Sorry for the late reply guys, I've just been so busy with things lately.


    How do I find the right strain? is there a good place to research?


    I'm overthinking because I overthink everything.
     

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