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    Quitting Weed: The Complete Guide
    Quitting Weed: The Complete Guide
    Quitting Weed: The Complete Guide
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    Quitting Weed: The Complete Guide

    By Matthew Clarke

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    Just as there are responsible drinkers and alcoholics, there are those who can moderate their cannabis use and those who cannot. If you are struggling to quit and you want to learn how to quit successfully, this book is for you – you'll never look at cannabis the same way again.

    – Learn about the science and psychology of cannabis addiction
    – Understand what drives your addiction
    – Understand cannabis withdrawal symptoms and how to best treat them
    – Know what to expect during the quitting process
    – Relapses, self-doubt, emotional ups and downs
    – Understand how to overcome the obstacles to sobriety – mental gymnastics, social pressure, boredom, nostalgia
    – Embrace the Quitting Mindset – discover the knowledge and approaches necessary for maintaining long-term sobriety

    Life is too short to be a slave to a plant. Begin your recovery journey today.

    "Quitting Weed: The Complete Guide" is the definitive book on overcoming cannabis addiction. A former addict himself, Matthew Clarke provides an easy-to-follow, comprehensive guide for understanding how cannabis addiction works, and most importantly, detailed advice on how to conquer addiction – permanently.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherMatthew Clarke
    Release dateSep 4, 2018
    ISBN9781370487998
    Quitting Weed: The Complete Guide
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    Matthew Clarke

    Currently an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Hong Kong, Matthew Clarke led the development and implementation of the new Bachelor of Education at the Higher Colleges of Technology in the United Arab Emirates between 1999 and 2006. Prior to working in teacher education, he taught in primary schools and language centres in the UK and Australia. His research interests include discourse analysis, identity, social theory, cultural studies and philosophy as well as language and literacy education.

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    • 5/5
      This book is simple, easy to read and at the same time very impactful. I stopped smoking weed when I was halfway done with the book. The book taught me that the thoughts about the weed I have are common among other addicts. I knew weed was the biggest blocker in my life and this book confirmed this. I am really grateful for this book.
    • 5/5
      GREAT! made a free trial just to read this specific book. Thanks
    • 5/5
      Must read if u become a daily pot smoker, helps me a lot
    • 5/5
      I recommend this book if you are seriously thinking of quitting. I Learned so much I didn't know about my brain and how I have been seriously damaging it for years. I have a much clearer understanding of why I gave in to my addiction all those times.withdrawal symptoms,it's our brain trying to heal itself! I had a lot of light bulb moments reading this and have taken copious amounts of notes. I'm grateful o found this book and I feel so much more in control of my sobriety.
    • 5/5
      I read this high lol, I think that defeats the purpose. At least I can say I'm trying :)
    • 5/5
      One of the best books I’ve read on the topic. It is realistic and doesn’t try to make quitting weed seem easy, but it gives lots of inspiration and encouragement to remind you that it’s worth it.
    • 5/5
      best book thank u mathew for fhe advice and encouraging me
    • 5/5
      Truly a game changing read to any addict even considering quitting. I’m honestly in awe.
    • 5/5
      Any person struggling with weed addiction will benefit from reading this.
    • 5/5
      It was a great a book. I have read it in two days. It really inspired me to break free me from my addiction.
    • 5/5
      A valueable read for anyone serious about giving weed up. You will recognise a great deal of our own experiences in what is described here, and the level to which you relate to the problems outlined will only strengthen your resolve to take control of your life back.
    • 5/5
      «If I give up now, I'll soon be back to where I started. When I started, I was desperately wishing to be where I am now.»
      One of the best quotes from the book. A fantastic book with really helpful tips on how to actually quit and stay sober. Also reddit.com/leaves is the best support comminity for ppl who quit weed.
    • 5/5
      Life-Changing. Blessings in your journey of healing, you are really not a slave to addiction but simply a slave to your mind.

      1 person found this helpful

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    Quitting Weed - Matthew Clarke

    Quitting Weed: The Complete Guide

    © 2018 Matthew Clarke

    All rights reserved

    Distributed by Smashwords

    No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system, without written permission from the author.

    This book is designed to provide information and motivation to readers. It is sold with the understanding that its contents do not constitute a type of psychological, legal, or any other kind of professional advice. The author shall not be liable for any physical, psychological, emotional, financial, or commercial damages, including, but not limited to, special, incidental, consequential, or other damages. You are responsible for your own choices, actions, and results. Every individual’s addiction and quitting experience is different.

    Political Disclaimer

    Naturally, in a free and open society, adults have the right to choose what to put into their bodies. Prohibition is unquestionably harmful to both society and the individual. None of these things are in dispute.

    Having said that, for some of us, it is very difficult or impossible to regulate our cannabis use. For those who are unable (not through want of trying) to moderate their habit, then abstinence from weed is clearly the only course of action. It is for these people that this book is written.

    This book is not anti-cannabis: it is anti-cannabis abuse. For most people, casual cannabis use does not interfere with their lives in a significant way. For most, cannabis can be enjoyed in a responsible way – some people, however, cannot. Just as there are responsible drinkers and there are alcoholics, there are those who can moderate their weed use and those who cannot. It is not that alcohol or weed is inherently harmful, but some people cannot moderate their use.

    Seeking help and advice on trying to quit any addiction is a good thing. We are not demonising the drug itself, rather the effects it has when used excessively. That is what this book is about. It is a simple recognition that some people find regulating their cannabis intake difficult – just as others do with alcohol.

    If you can smoke weed and not have it cause any problems for you, good for you. Just because you can moderate your use, doesn’t mean weed is harmless, or that everyone else can.

    Contents

    Introduction

    Chapter 1: The Invisible Chains

    Chapter 2: Analysing Your Habit

    Chapter 3: The Science of Cannabis Addiction

    Chapter 4: The Psychology of Addiction

    Chapter 5: The Quitting Process

    Chapter 6: Quitting Advice and Strategies

    Chapter 7: Relapses, Obstacles, and Mental Gymnastics

    Chapter 8: The Quitting Mindset

    Chapter 9: The Motivation Chapter

    Appendix: Recovery Experiences

    Introduction

    About the Author

    This book was written to help those who are struggling to quit cannabis, as well as to help me overcome my own addiction. My own quitting process involved three years of cutting down, stopping, starting, stopping, repeatedly relapsing, before finally stopping for good. This book is a result of my research and my journey of self-discovery that enabled me to be able to quit for good.

    It took me a long time to quit. Having heavily used cannabis between the ages of 16 and 29 (all day, every day for most of those years), it was a huge part of my identity. It gradually occurred to me that my heavy cannabis use may have been holding me back in life. I began to question my use, eventually realising that my perpetual underachievement and refusal to grow up and face responsibilities was firmly linked to my weed habit.

    This was a startling thought, since I had never properly questioned my cannabis use. I had unquestioningly regarded it as a good thing, never stopping to honestly reflect on its role in my life. Unaware, I simply cocooned myself away, smoking away my troubles and avoiding my problems.

    I had long been in denial of my addiction. I eventually realised that I was abusing the substance, using it to escape my responsibilities and my emotions, and using it to fill unmet needs. That realisation marked the beginning of my quitting journey.

    Given my long history of cannabis abuse, and the length of time it took me to successfully quit, I am testament to the fact that anyone can achieve cannabis sobriety.

    Who This Book Is For

    This book is for those who are tired of the negative impact cannabis has on their lives. It is for people who are conscious of the effect weed has on their lives, yet struggle to leave it behind, perhaps feeling overwhelmed by the obstacles.

    This book is intended to be a powerful, comprehensive tool for helping you to break free of cannabis addiction. It is focused on understanding your habit, understanding what is holding you back, understanding the obstacles you are going to face, and understanding how to overcome them. It is a complete look at the process of quitting, aimed at equipping you with the knowledge and awareness to help you quit cannabis for good – leaving your hazy, smoke-filled days of regret behind you.

    Quitting cannabis is not the easiest thing to do, and many find themselves unable to shake off their habit despite the strongest of intentions. Unlike other books on the subject, it will never be claimed to be easy – if it were that easy to quit, there wouldn’t be a problem in the first place.

    Whilst I do not promise it is easy, I do promise that it is possible. With this book, and your determination, you can beat your addiction and start living the life you seek.

    Whether you are just starting to consider quitting, or whether you are in the middle of trying to quit, this book offers knowledge and practical advice to help you overcome your dependency on cannabis.

    What Is in This Book

    Many of us fail to overcome our addiction because we do not have a concrete plan, a deep enough understanding of the recovery process, or a deep enough understanding of ourselves and the role cannabis plays in our lives. It is with these things in mind that this book is written.

    We will begin by putting cannabis addiction in perspective, before assessing the consequences of our use. Then, we will look at the science of cannabis and its impact on our mind and body, followed by an exploration of the psychological motives behind our use – understanding the exact role it occupies in our lives and the reasons why we are so compelled to abuse it.

    With this secure foundation, we will then overview the journey ahead, before looking at strategies and tips for quitting successfully. We will then explore the obstacles to quitting, before learning about relapses and how to best avoid them.

    Towards the end of the book, we will explore the Quitting Mindset – how to mentally approach the quitting process. The final chapter will detail the benefits of sobriety, as well as providing handy motivational thoughts for you to consider whenever the urge to smoke strikes. At the end of the book, there is an inspiring collection of quitting stories, to help inspire you to stay the course and to get perspective on the journey ahead.

    Chapter 1: The Invisible Chains

    Addictions ... started out like magical pets, pocket monsters. They did extraordinary tricks, showed you things you hadn't seen, were fun. But came, through some gradual dire alchemy, to make decisions for you. Eventually, they were making your most crucial life-decisions. And they were ... less intelligent than goldfish.

    William Gibson

    The Sedated Life

    You wake up, your head feels groggy. You have little energy. After forcing your-self to get up, within an hour, you have a smoke.

    You slowly go about your day. Maybe you work, maybe you don’t. Conversation is difficult; you are unable to look people in the eye, unable to even string a coherent sentence together. You feel ashamed that you have little-to-no social skills. You never laugh or smile anymore; you seem to be in a permanent state of numb-ness. All you are concerned about is looking towards the next high, even though each subsequent high of the day is less and less effective at making you feel ok.

    Evening rolls around, and once again you find yourself in front the TV or computer, numbing and distracting yourself further. You gorge yourself on take-away food and unhealthy snacks. Any tasks or jobs you had planned have been left for another day.

    This terrible cycle continues day in, day out. You alternate between momentarily feeling good, before returning to that familiar state: lethargic, fuzzy, empty, numb, and above all, unhappy with life. Each day, you find that a little part of you dies; each day, you get slightly further away from your real self.

    Sometimes, you wonder if there is another life out there, away from the weed, away from the lonely, monotonous existence that your life has become. For a brief moment, you stop pretending that life is all good, and you begin to gaze upon the reality you have been blinding yourself to: you have neglected your life.

    You have traded in real growth and development in favour of a meaningless, artificial euphoria, kidding yourself that all is fine, when the reality is anything but. As the discomfort of this truth starts to set in, your brain persuades you why you should continue to smoke: it helps open your mind, it’s a social activity, it helps you be creative, it helps

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