How Marijuana Completely Changes Your Sleep
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I'm a retired Army NCO with severe PTSD, anxiety, depression, TBI, insomnia, and pain from getting blown up in Iraq. THC has pretty much fixed every problem and gotten me off some high dose pharmaceuticals, especially opioids.
Thank you.
Currahee!
@@lindsaytoles2023 my pleasure, most of the time
Veterans deserve free weed 🗣️🗣️🗣️
Thank you for your service brother
@@JamesFromTexas If you don't mind me asking, does it help in part also because it reduces the dreams one has?
Great video! Take a break guys! I am 27 and have been smoking daily since 18. Everytime I take a break for a couple months, the overall quality of my life increases. Sleep, conversations, and motivation is much much better. Your body holds thc for as long as 90 days. But within a couple of weeks of not smoking the brain fogginess goes away. I get that it’s very difficult to quit or take a break, but it is most definitely necessary. Discipline yourself. Find a hobby like going to the gym, or something healthy along those lines. I hope this helps some of you(:
best advice yet
I'm good but thanks for the advice.
How did you deal with the sleeplessness? I can't go more than a night or two before it starts feeling like I've been staying up all night, getting no rest
@@eitansoskin6990 Its one of the toughest parts man. Depending on your tolerance and usage, can take anywhere from 7-14 days (in my experience) of restless nights. I promise you thought that first night over the hump is special 🙏
Take shrooms. They give me all the motivation I could ask for
YES!
Worth mentioning: If you're going to consume, try to go to bed as sober as POSSIBLE! Don't consume at least a few hours before bedtime.
I know it becomes a habit to consume just before bedtime, but as someone who consumes daily this change has improved my sleep quality drastically.
But I smoke to sleep
@@starcraftgod1212123In that case, the advice probably isn't for you.
Just turned 64 and have been a daily user of cannabis since the age of 13, I quit using after a major heart attack a year ago and went thru some insomnia issues after quitting. That was basically the only issue I was having but even now I don’t sleep the greatest but I do dream a lot so I do agree with a lot of the information this video provides. I have started to smoke every other day right before bedtime and the relaxation it provides is unmatched by anything else I have tried , I know it may make me sound like a stoner but I feel more in touch with nature and overall a better and more compassionate person and I truly believe it helps my heart relax like any other muscle in my body. I have found that if I smoke every night I do become lethargic during the day so every other night seems to work the best for me I do not consume any alcohol and never have and now believe everything in moderation.
I know what you mean by being more connected to nature and yourself. I also feel super connected to my body when I smoke and workout. Oh it’s theee best
I get more dreams and more detail when i smoke, when i am sober i do not dream at all.
Nothing wrong with being a stoner lol
Thankyou for this comment 🏴
Try edibles or even mixing with your tea. Surviving a heart attack is an incredible feat alone. Smoke of any type will hurt your heart. Good luck sir.
This video is 100% accurate. If I quit THC for a week or two my dreams come rushing back explosively. It's incredible how lucid and frequent they become every single night for almost a month straight.
Same thing when i smoke your just weak
@@thade6130Lmaoo, simmer down 😂
@@thade6130 god damn
Yes very true
I smoke 99% thc diamond dabs all day everyday and I still dream like crazy. Sucks you guys lose ur dreams
I’ve been a heavy THC smoker for about 20 years. A few years ago, I moved to Texas and took a break from smoking. I almost never dream normally, in Texas however, I was dreaming, like A LOT, and my brain decided it wanted to relive my most painful memories while I dreamt. After a little under a year, I moved away, started smoking again and almost completely stopped dreaming
This is the first time I have ever heard of a study backing my personal experience. Thank you, ASAP.
We are starting to understand how weed affects REM sleep and its not pretty. I was a (former) weed addict and i worked in the industry in the netherlands and i can tell you it fucks up your sleep. Smoking daily
Is defo very unhealthy and stopping smoking weed every day was the best thing i ever did. I worked in a coffeeshop in the netherlands and it opened my eyes how my customers where pretty much junkies, it made me quit and experience the crazy dreams your talking about. Smoking weed is fine but every day for years is very very bad for you.
Yes, when I smoke I don't dream but sometimes as early as 1 - 2 days of not smoking, I'll have a visible dream which I almost never do otherwise. I'm not sure if I stop permanently if I'll be able to dream as normal or if I'm simply dreaming as an effect of stopping smoking. Video also says that it makes you have poor sleep, well 15+ years of mostly daily use with some breaks in between of varying lengths, I am more rested than most but the key is I actually sleep the recommended amount of hours, or around that ball park of 8 hours. 7 - 8 hours is what I usually get in. But usually one day a week I sleep in like 10 - 12 hours as well, and I've basically always done it all my life. I wake up feeling rested every morning, I don't drink or need coffee or energy drinks, and meanwhile everyone else seems to need caffeine/coffee/energy drinks to wake up in the morning. I'd say my sleep is just fine, thanks.
I smoked nearly daily for 2 years and I’m currently on day 7 and I feel fine, not much irritation or loss of appetite etc. but my question is if I smoke a gram tomorrow then wait another week and smoke again will this be fine and will I still feel better even though thc isn’t eliminated completely ? Thanks.
Probably you don't want to hear this, or even believe it. If your mind relives your most painful memories it's because is showing you what you need to heal. You've been numbing your mind with weed. Our unconscious mind take care of our dreams, and in our dreams there are messages from ourselves to ourselves to move forward, to be better, to heal. Pay attention to yourself and you'll live a fuller life.
years ago I noticed it suppressed my dreams and read something about it and this video all but confirms everything
As someone with night terrors instead of dreams; I see this as an absolute win
You need a therapist,weed Will make you regret what you Just said
@@3093DaNieLe3093 No it won't lmao
Great video. I’ve actually been through this many times over my 15 years of smoking. I’ve taken breaks for large periods of time and can say for certain that being sober improves my sleep, and I have more energy throughout the day.
I smoked (almost) every day all day with few exceptions since I was 16. I am 22 now. I quit in August, now it is mid-October 2023. I have never felt better. It was ruining my REM sleep, my ability to be clear, focused, I was anxious, and I never was fulfilled with life other than wanting to smoke. Best decision I’ve ever made 😊
All in moderation man. I get it though its hard to kick a good thing@@GoldJerryGold
I quit 3 days ago. Its been one of the hardest things I have ever done. Dealing with all of the same issues and your comment gave me hope dude. Thanks.
same man except i still haven't quit shits hard asf
@@matthews7690 Take it from me: in about a month’s time you are going to feel like a normal human being again. You are going to feel like you have both feet in reality instead of perpetually being at a 2/10 stoned. It’s a great feeling and totally worth the initial discomfort getting there. Good luck man! I think I’m going to quit again at the end of this month when I go on a camping trip
I live in germany and i quit 2 weeks ago, cause of a new job, new car for my job and i can fill up the tank and drive around for zero extra money... that was the point i told myself: Stop weed, its not worth it compared to a Car for free :D keep on Bro U got THis@@matthews7690
You're exactly correct about dreams. When I regularly use, my dreams stop. I actually started a tolerance break last weekend and my dreams started to come back a couple nights ago. Happens every time like clockwork.
i ofton wont loose mine aslong make sure no more smoke before bed.
U just can't remember
My sleep has drastically improved since I quit smoking. Dreams are back and I have verifiable proof using Apple Watch with the the sleep function that measures my sleep. It’s undeniable
I've been smoking for 15 years, I'm sober 6 months now and I started dreaming again few weeks after I quitted
@@_K.K_ Congrats on your 6 months! 💪
Loved this channel for years. This was a video i clicked for my own sake. Thanks for covering it
How I cut down:
I switch to having 1/2 a joint a day at the end of a busy day, and then I cut down to 1/2 joint every 2-3 days, stay in that for about 4 months and your tolerance is reset.
As someone who suffers from insomnia and almost daily nightmares when I finally fall asleep, THC helps me so much. I sleep and don't have any nightmares. I do develop a tolerance, which is why I usually take a 10 day break every month or so. For me personally, the benefits outweigh the drawbacks.
I've heard from veterans who suffer from night terrors that THC is an incredible solution for them, as well.
I posted this in the comments but in case you missed it and to add another vet success story to your book:
I'm a retired Army NCO with severe PTSD, anxiety, depression, TBI, insomnia, and pain from getting blown up in Iraq. THC has pretty much fixed every problem and gotten me off some high dose pharmaceuticals, especially opioids.
That’s the key is you can’t use every day. You need balance or there’s negative effects
As the video pointed out, you have less REM sleep, which is why you have less nightmares. So you're sleeping but your sleep quality isn't great.
yes but what about all the anxiety & less REM sleep u have for smoking daily?
I use to work with addict and people don't talk about how hard it is to get off weed.
People need to talk about this. Because if you use it everyday to sleep . Once you don't have it it makes everything worse including depression, ptsd and mood swings
After being a daily smoker for over 3 years I quit a couple months ago for my pregnancy, and I was actually convinced my hormones were causing my dreams because I had never had so many dreams that I could remember so vividly in my life. Really interesting to learn this is the actual reason
Your hormones ARE causing those dreams. Pregnancy dreams are Real.
Abstaining gives me incredible dreams.
Part of the reason I smoke before I sleep is so I don't have these dreams and sleep well. I see demons when I close my eyes so I don't have dreams, I have nightmares. I'll stay high and happy :)
Quitting weed abruptly causes very intense dreams for most people.
i am a regular smoker but every now and then i’ll take a break for 4-5 months at a time just to enjoy my dreams again!
Excellent video, thanks for the info. It's all about making an informed choice and you are empowering people to do so. I also like that you are showing your face, makes it more personable.
Finally an answer to the crazy dreams! Thank you for answering that for once and for all 😊
As a male with PTSD, this was been wayyy better for me than other prescription drugs like Quetiapine and SSRI's etc.
Nah quetiapine works wonders, I’d wake up from a peacful 8hrs and feel great.
you are a smart man for getting rid of those dangerous medicines and over th counter drugs. i only use marijuana for pain. havent used meds in over 10yrs
@@Thanoswasright_I found the same thing. Quetiapine saved my life, it’s a miracle drug. But everyone is different and reacts different ways to different chemicals.
@@KallieMae um yeah, junkie, you called yourself out. Seriously I read that as many chemicals as fast as possible. Sorry crystal mae.
@@Thanoswasright_ Quetiapine doesn’t help he fall asleep, it just makes he stay asleep if u get what I mean. Yeah, you do feel tired, but you ain’t get rid of the flashbacks
Balance, avoiding overconsumption, and tolerance breaks are super important if you simply can't live without it.
And I was one of this people bro took a break from it 2 days ago pray for me
@@princemaverik You got this, dude! While weed is the last item on my list, I'm cutting way down on alcohol and nicotine. All three have been a part of my life for longer than I can remember. Someday, I'll be ready to cut down on weed, too. Harm reduction is my goal.
@@Indacouch-li8jp Making it a reward is a huge help! The longer I wait for it, the better the reward is! :)
@@Indacouch-li8jp oh facts u saying I should create obstacles in front of me and then use it as if I’ve earned it in the end ? Makes sense almost like a reward at that point. Thank you
@@GloomTrap thank you bro it’s been the hardest thing ever to do after being a user every single day last 5 years. And also I believe you can do it too bro! God won’t place anything or any challenge on us that we couldn’t face so thank u
🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation:
00:00 *🌿 Introduction to Cannabis and Sleep*
- Introduction to cannabis use and its prevalence,
- Personal interest in cannabis and sleep,
- Questions about the impact of cannabis on sleep.
00:42 *🌙 Positive Effects of THC on Sleep*
- THC helps decrease sleep onset latency,
- Benefits for people with insomnia, depression, and PTSD,
- Improved sleep duration and quality with occasional use.
02:07 *🧠 Benefits of CBD on Sleep*
- CBD may aid in body temperature regulation and adenosine interaction,
- Potential reduction in anxiety and promotion of restful sleep,
- Research is still early, with dose-dependent effects.
03:00 *🚫 Negative Effects of THC on Sleep*
- THC's impact on REM sleep, reducing its duration and intensity,
- Consequences like impaired cognitive abilities and increased grogginess,
- REM rebound effects and withdrawal symptoms.
05:07 *😴 Cannabis Use and Sleep Disturbances*
- Chronic users experience more sleep disturbances,
- Higher likelihood of insomnia and irregular sleep durations,
- Correlation vs. causation in sleep issues related to cannabis use.
06:31 *🏥 Health Implications of Poor Sleep*
- Optimal sleep duration and risks of deviating from it,
- Long-term health risks associated with insufficient or excessive sleep,
- The need for more research to determine causality.
07:14 *✋ Personal Reflection and Conclusion*
- Personal experience of improved rest after reducing cannabis use,
- Importance of moderation and taking breaks,
- Encouragement for audience interaction and further resources.
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Been smoking for years and honestly this makes a lot of sense and is very helpful
I started weed coincidentally right when the pandemic started and I've been a daily user since then, so over 3 years. It completely solved my insomnia and anxiety, but increased my experience of negative emotions in relation to society (I'm fine when I'm by myself). So it's one problem or the other, it seems. I'm taking a week off of work and life to try to quit for awhile. Moderation seems like the best idea, but my addictive personality has made this impossible up to this point. It's hard to give AF as you get older.
that’s my experience 100%
When I smoke around people I feel super awkward and I hyper analyze people and I don’t like it
@BaconKFilms Yep same here. I become overly aware of the way words are leaving my mouth, and my social anxiety increases substantially because I feel like I need to sound and appear totally sober no matter what.
@@Hasaki_YTI experience a very similar phenomenon. Even when around people who I am very comfortable with, even smoke with often, I find myself extremely judgmental of mine and others mannerisms, personality, and word choice(which I normally couldn’t care less about). This makes me very anxious to chip into conversation. Also I f with the profile pic 😊
Addictive personality fr 🙁
I'd been smoking daily for the past 7 years, I've done it all, vapes, edibles, flower etc. I have a high tolerance so I'd have to smoke alot to even 'feel' high and it only got worse. Decided to quit last year and it's been the best yet toughest decision of my life. The first 2 weeks were an absolute nightmare, but I believe going cold turkey with marijuana is the only way to go if you're trying to quit. I have 0 regrets, I'm so glad I let go of it. Almost over a dozen aspects of my life have gotten better in ways I can't even describe. Biggest impact of all was my sleep, I can't believe I was choosing to miss out on such a good night's sleep for 7 whole years. Take the leap and just go for it, out of the blue. Trust me, if I can do it, so can you. Good luck!
Currently trying to do exactly what you're talking about. Thanks for your story and best of luck to anyone else trying to quit.
I was a chronic daily smoker for over 5 years. Quit 5 months ago and my life has only gotten worse. I quit Tobacco, alcohol and weed all at once, so maybe that has to do with it.
I'm not going back to smoking mainly because I'm afraid of the damage I've done to my lungs and mind, but I really hope I get to feel good about being sober eventually, rather than just really shitty
Your 2 weeks away from taking a 2 week break?@@rikki1960
Same here. I used to sleep 6 hours a day. I was a heavy smoker. I quit cold turkey pretty much due to a bad cold, the insomnia wasn't so bad because I was doping up with cold medicine. After about 3 weeks I sleep 10 hours easy. So much good sleep now. Also my stomach is way better and I have better bowel movements. I have gerd so it didn't help AT ALL with that, it actually made it worse. Marijuana is basically poison for my body. REM sleep and dreams are good for you. Weed takes that away.It never helped me with pain,it only exacerbated it. Other ppl may have a different opinion. It may help them but it didn't help me. No more high times for me. Weed is 🗑
@@andalintaI use alcohol in moderation. It helps. It's way better than weed it doesn't mess with your brain chemistry. Just deprives it with oxygen lol. Just hit a bar and cut loose once in awhile and talk about your problems with other people. That's how our forefathers have been dealing with everyday bullshit for centuries. Hope it helps buddy
I'm Brazilian, and I haven't ever seen a video specifically for that. Thanks for that.
Knocks me right out. Best sleep i can get wake up feeling great!!!
Love the balanced approach to your explanation! As a chronic smoker I’m still working on my relationship with cannabis 😅 This video was super helpful, and I’ll definitely be smoking smaller amounts, less frequently and taking an extended break eventually
me when i lie
Im there with you, need to break but a bit scared because of the insomnia.
It was so balanced it contradicted itself. Early in the video it says that smoking cannabis reduced insomnia but later goes on to say ithat regular users have increased insomnia.
@@streuthmonkey1Because chronic use and one-time use have completely different effects on the body. He even said it in the video.
@@devindickens9321 Surely telling yourself to never give up would be counterproductive when it comes to giving up smoking!
as a junior in college now, i just wanted to come on and comment abt the impact you guys have had on me!! ive been watching you since i was a preteen, and your work interested me so much, that it sparked an interest in pursuing psychology (now in college i study cognitive science). coming from a public education system that didnt ever explore science more broadly into this field, you both were an integral part in that discovery of my passion. love yall
you're so right, They really need to teach more about it in school, I'm so fascinated by psychology and the education they give on it in school is little to nothing. I've gotten more info on TH-cam than anything they teach me in school.
Enjoy your free education
My cognitive psych prof was the most effective one I ha (go figure). When I took the GRE subject test (so many years ago), I definitely knew the cognitive psych material more than any other. In high school, I was able to take one semester of basic psychology and loved it (enough to study it for years and go into it professionally).
As someone who has suffered from insomnia and nightmares my whole life I've ended up feeling far more rested due to the lack of dreaming, it ends up being a huge bonus for me
It just amazing how you put words (and drawings 🤪) on what I really experienced when smoking every night before going to sleep and how I am now as I quit for a while (especially dreams that kicked me back). Very great video !
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This was an excellent video and right on the money, although I was surprised you didn’t go into a little more detail about the differences between Indica and sativa strains. I have taken Indica for sleep for many years now and it has been a lifesaver! But I do need to take a break every once in a while due to increased tolerance, and those brakes are never fun.
there is no scientific difference between indica and sativa. there’s no such thing
@@hleifruthr4529everything is so hybridized now days there isn’t much of a difference. Ultimately it comes down to what terps it has and how they affect each individual.
fr bruh@@hleifruthr4529
@@hleifruthr4529 actual truth - thanks for saying it.
Then why are they visually different from one another 🤔
I started using edibles to sleep about a year ago, always the same 10 mg dose. The longest break I've taken was a week. I feel better rested and still dream like I did before I consumed. I fall asleep faster. What used to take me 3-4 hours to shut off my brain now takes 30 minutes. I take a few days off if I don't have work, but it has helped when the thoughts won't be quiet and when I come home in pain from work.
Same here. I take 5mg about 1-2 hours before going to bed. I now fall asleep almost immediately and sleep VERY well. I have more energy and more refreshed than ever before. The only other thing that ever helped me get to sleep was alcohol. But that always left me "fuzzy headed" when I woke up. Not to mention making me need to get up to empty my bladder in the middle of the night.
Well something videos like these always tend to ignore is that every persons body chemistry is different, so it’d make sense some people react differently to different substances.
@@blacknoir606 they also ignore how much they take, these comments are reporting daily doeses of 5m 10mg 20mgs thats SOOOO LOW i neeed least 600mg thc+ to feel high otherwise i feel 100% nothing. These people are taking healthy very small doses. Very little problems will happen with that little being consumed. MFs are so use to taking dabs giant edibles and chain smoking all day. Its so silly to compare those users to these people using small amounts to get a good nights rest. True peoples bodys are diffrent but in terms of dose some get use to high doses while some still need just a lil bit to feel such a strong effect.
I smoked nearly daily for 2 years and I’m currently on day 7 and I feel fine, not much irritation or loss of appetite etc. but my question is if I smoke a gram tomorrow then wait another week and smoke again will this be fine and will I still feel better even though thc isn’t eliminated completely ? Thanks.
@@YaNansCrustyToe slowing it down is for sure a better way of easing into it yes
I smoked for a few years and the best way I can describe it is after sleeping for say 8 hours you wake feeling like you’ve only slept for 2, after I quit even though it was harder to fall asleep i felt I actually got the full 8 hours and woke up with energy instead of being tired all day.
Started smoking cannabis daily at 18. Tried repeatedly to quit during the 40+ years of daily use but couldn’t get past the withdrawal symptoms for more than a few weeks. At 64 now and have stuck it out cold turkey for 90 days and counting. Best I’ve ever felt in years. Dreaming again and sleep cycle has increased to 7+ hours a night. Cannabis helped during the rough patches but glad to be able to handle it on my “own”. Newly subscribed. Thanks for the great content.
I was diagnosed with Major Depressive disorder, moderate anxiety, and PTSD. I'll take the weed side effects over the dozens of other pills and stuff I used to have take with significantly worse side effects. With this, losing dreams, specifically my constant nightmares has been the best effect for me. I no longer only get a couple hours of sleep at most because I don't dream and therefore don't have nightmares waking me in a panic multiple times every night. I'm significantly happier, less angry, and more energized the next morning than I was literally my entire life until I started using.
Same for me the lack of dreams is great when you have constant nightmares reliving the worst moments of your life though I just assumed the fatigue was from other compounded issues.
Try microdosing psilocybin. I microdosed about 4 years ago for only three and a half months and it totally cured my PTSD and the resulting anxiety and depression. It is in stage 3 human trials right now
Nobody is saying the risk-reward isn't worth it for many people. It's just a note of caution. Especially for those that have no chronic issues and just use it to get high
Try fasting at some point. I had bpd and it's completely gone after doing intermittent then working way to a 2 week fast. I think I went 18 days but I didn't track it. More than a week.
@@Juggernaut-fg2up it’s always the worst when people tell you to try this cus yeah it can work if your in a controlled environment I watched my ex lose his mind to “micro dosing” for ADHD. When I refused to take it he slipped it to me and SA’d me. So no I’m actually good. Don’t recommend this to people it needs to be in a completely controlled environment and in places it’s still Illegal you have no way of knowing what’s actually in it. It’s so dangerous and people think it’s just a fun weekend thing….
I've had chronic insomnia my entire life. It's pretty bad at its worst I've been up longer than 48 hours. I started using pot as a sleep aid a while back. I really limit the use. 1 good pull off a bowl before bed, only on nights before I need to get up and be functional at a set time in the morning. It's worked a charm for me, I haven't had any need to up the dosage for the same effect, or really noticed any change in dreaming. It's worked better than anything else I've tried. As with all things, your mileage may vary.
Nice overview. No water, just facts. Respect and thnx!
I needed to hear this. Thank you.
I have PTSD and in addition to that I was subjected to heavy psychological abuse over a long duration of time. I smoked cannabis to help me cope but I never actually got over it until I stopped smoking and was able to get some good REM sleep and my dreams returned to me. Today I feel much more healthy and psychologically stable.
You need your dreams to process what you have experienced in the past. If you don't dream, it is like you are stuck forever at the same point in life.
Try TRE!
You can actually use your dreams as a way to work on your traumas
@i.k.8868 You still dream on weed, your dreams are just shorter, less vivid and harder to remember
I actually find it does the opposite. My dreams are so vivid, crazy and memorable
As a neurodivergent person, I never particularly enjoyed my dreams as they were always incredibly intense, for better or worse. Weed allowed me to experience dreamless sleep for the first time in my life, and that was the most well rested I'd ever felt up to that point. Taking tolerance breaks brings me right back to where I was prior to that, and reminds me why I took up the habit in the first place.
I feel like I’m in the same boat but I kinda like those dreams
I have a lot fewer weird dreams when I toke. But it isn’t necessary for me to get high everyday.
I think everyone is a little neurodivergent
@@maryorr331no
Im autistic and I too get vivid dreams every night. Sometimes when I wear a Scopolamine Patch I notice my sleep is better and I don't dream as much
I stopped consuming THC three weeks ago, and I went from a solid 7-8 hours a night to about 5-6 hours a night. I'm having very lucid dreams now. I'm sticking with it for three months, then I'll reevaluate. I miss it a lot. Thanks for the video.
Everything you said is spot on
Psychedelics are just an exceptional mental health breakthrough. It's quite fascinating how effective they are against depression and anxiety. Saved my life.
Can you help with the reliable source I would really appreciate it. Many people talk about mushrooms and psychedelics but nobody talks about where to get them. Very hard to get a reliable source here in Australia. Really need!
Yes, dr.sporesss. I have the same experience with anxiety, depression, PTSD and addiction and Mushrooms definitely made a huge huge difference to why am clean today.
I wish they were readily available in my place.
Microdosing was my next plan of care for my husband. He is 59 & has so many mental health issues plus probable CTE & a TBI that left him in a coma 8 days. It's too late now I had to get a TPO as he's 6'6 300+ pound homicidal maniac.
He's constantly talking about killing someone.
He's violent. Anyone reading this Familiar w/ BPD know if it is common for an obsession with violence.
Is he on instagram?
Yes he is. dr.sporesss
I'm High Asf RN
Same bruhh
CBD works great for me I quit THC and started using CBD. I am not as anxious anymore while doing homework I am actually able to still my mind and pay attention to the lessons I'm learning
I'm 2 weeks sober, after 20 years of non stop. I was expecting nightmares, I didn't face any issues with my slwep. life is better now.
as someone with ptsd and major depressive disorder I found that I clinged to marijuna and was high all day for about a year. I found that proper therapy and medication works better for not only sleep but also overall quality of life. It's easier to find weed than it is to find help, I know, but its so much more worth it brothers and sisters.
Whatever works for you. Weed works well for me.
I find a combination works. Thc treats symptoms well but the underlying causes of your trauma MUST BE addressed to get control of your anxiety. Then you can get high for fun 😂❤🎉
Some of us tried all the therapy and pills and weed works better. It’s what worked for you.
Proper therapy? Absolutely Yes
Medication? You're often playing the same game as cannabis, trading relief for side affects. Pharmaceuticals can be better tailored and are more consistent so sometimes it is easier to find one that works for the individual, but cannabis is slowly getting better in that reguard with legalisation and research.
The SSRIs i have tried make me buzz, the sleep medications have deadly effects long term, and as much as valium works great for me with minimal side effects I'd rather become dependant on cannabis than a benzo, even if it is one of the safest ones.
@ScienceNow-it’s not a cure all for everyone. Some pharmaceuticals do work and are even necessary for survival/quality of life. YMMV. Same with weed.
I actually notice way more vivid dreams when I use it personally. I have been using to help me sleep for almost a year and I wake feeling rested and am able to fall asleep much faster than I have my whole life
same, i dream more when i smoke
Is that why my dreams are so insanely realistic, it’s been freaking me out? Lol
I thought this was the norm!
I also have way longer and more vivid dreams.
I wouldn't be surprised if the fact that I don't smoke as much as I assume others do has something to do with it.
I definitely sleep more soundly, but haven’t remembered a dream for several months now.
Are you smoking right before bed?
This is spot on with my experience. Ive been a smoker for 20yrs or so and when I smoke too much or too often it has negative effects. Everything from foggy mind to irritability. I still vape a bit but way less and I find it much more enjoyable this way. Also if you end up quitting after smoking for a lot or for a long time, expect to have some crazy vivid dreams and some troubles falling asleep for a bit. However, it will pass and your sleep will return to normal. If you do choose to smoke, make sure you're not abusing it. Discipline and moderation are key. If you find that you have to constantly smoke when you have it, then definitely steer away from that shit. Some people spend their whole lives just learning that one lesson.
Right now I am on a 100 day tolerance break and I’m on day 75. I can vouch that insomnia does come with the early days of withdrawal. It took about two weeks for my sleep schedule to get back to normal. Then came the very vivid dreams but I can say better sleep is not really a thing I experienced myself. I’ve gotta about the same amount of rest and had the same amount of energy throughout my days but I can say cannabis is a helping tool to go to sleep faster and I will pick back up on day 100 to see the new feelings I might experience from taking this long break.
update?
Yea bro what’s the update I want a break from it
@elijahwarrior168 update?
He's too stoned to check YT lol.
bump @@kyledeckman9128
I genuinely love the fact that cannabis messes with how often you dream. I pretty consistently have bad dreams, specifically about being chased, so not dealing with that is really nice. Yes, the sleep might be "worse" on average, but compared to how rested I'd feel after a nightmare I'll take the weed any day.
That's a point i haven't even considered about cannabis. Thanks for pointing that out! As nightmares are one of the key symptoms of ptsd, that explains why so many vets and traumatized people use it
I also use edibles to escape my insane (and usually unpleasant) dreams! And to help fall asleep
That’s one real reason I smoke, bad nightmares
Exactly, it is such a relief for people who have nightmares! However, this is a quick fix and in the long term it seems to be more effective to go to therapy
same!! im sometimes terrified of my nightmares, they can ruin my entire day and the paraylzing anxiety before bed doesnt help. but thc fixes both problems so im happy :)
Thanks for the info, gave me things to relate with and think about.
Heavy smoker since 17, with some breaks here and there. Largest was 50 days or so. I’m 8 days sober and threw everything away. Had my first intensely crazy nightmare last night. Let’s go!!! I’m 36 now
I am currently on day 5 of my week THC break, I wanted to take a brake because my tolerance was so high that weed no longer had the same kick, the first few days it was hard for me to get to sleep so I would stay awake for 19-20 hours, the last 2 days I have been sleeping about 8 hours but like you mentioned I have been having some CRAZY dreams. I also feel so much more mentally sharp. One thing I have noticed though is I now feel more agitated at small things, but not in a horrible way, mundane things that I overlook before bother me and I have to do them now.
If you feel mentally more sharp, why don't you consume weed in quantities that do not affect your mental performance and life goals long-term? For example, a joint once a week with friends at a party or once a month.
@@erf2324 yeah until once a week turns into once a day then ur addicted
@@calvinluzano9161That's what moderation is for, and most people are capable of using things in moderation.
@@erf2324 I do plan on cutting back some to keep the mental sharpness, weed hasnt become an obstacle to me in other areas of my life I honestly wanted to take a break so it could feel more potent again.
@@calvinluzano9161 I have been a daily user for like 2 years and taking breaks or not smoking at all doesn't really bother me. Not saying that weed can't become addictive, if it ever become an obstacle that interfered with other areas of my life I would stop.
Was in the military for 7yrs. Got out couldn’t sleep, wake up from anxiety and almost throwing up from it. Happened every night. I tried cbd and thc, both give me the best sleep of my life. Stopped for the last 2 months for employment- right back to horrible sleep. Had zero positives not taking cbd or thc. When I tried them I quickly gained a high tolerance for cbd and tried the thc, never really got a tolerance for that.
lol thc def makes a good sleep aid, thats a positive. But the effects can carry over into the next day even when u are not "high" you are still affected in terms of focus, mood, energy level, motivation. Not all good or bad. Most medicines have side effects. You just have to understand the pros/cons and make the best decision for you.
@@7HUNDERGOD-fx5ctcould you elaborate more on it lowering iq over time?
@@antice1182Please don't try to be a nutritionist or medic on TH-cam comments, you may be doing more harm than good.
I am 26 and have been smoking weed since I was 15 ish. I’m 27 days sober TODAY. I’m glad I watched this video, I was kinda curious about sleep as I’ve noticed a huge difference in my relationship with sleep since I stopped smoking. Last night I had a WILD dream and prior to deciding that I needed to quit smoking, I can’t remember the last time I actually dreamt…which is super weird. Also I would constantly take naps during the day but now I feel more energized and don’t need those naps anymore. Totally unrelated but everyone tells me I look different, granted I have lost some weight (the munchies were killing me lol) but I’ve also been told that I look much brighter - idk just what I’ve been hearing. I’m still debating whether I want to completely quit or just smoke maybe once a month or so. The only downside is I have been one of those people who can just smoke after work or whatever, I think if I go back to smoking, it will be even harder to quit again. So leaning towards never smoking again and maybe I need new friends 😅
Very informative, and entertaining video. Thanks!
Since Edibles are a different chemical synthesized through the liver I'm wondering what effect it has versus smoking it would be really awesome to have a separate video for this
I'm never able to fall asleep off an edible idk about you
@@serialistic4321 I'm exactly the opposite, weird.
thc is thc
just takes longer to hit yer brain
@@serialistic4321I usually try not to fall asleep early isn’t I took an edible cause I feel like I’m wasting it
Ive been wondering about this lately. Crazy good timing, thanks for all the hard work 👍
I was literally talking about this topic with a friend when I got the notification for the video, crazy good timing indeed!
Thanks for your channel!
Thank you SO much for an unbiased, fact-dense, quick video on this topic. I appreciate it so much. Every other paper/video on this topic seems to have been trying to prove what they *want* to be true.
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I've been smoking cannabis since I was 14 for insomnia due to childhood trauma. I'm 32 now. I'm actually surprised to learn from you that some people have dreamless nights and/or a disrupted sleep schedule. For as long as I've been using cannabis I've had nothing but deep, dream-filled sleep. But as the old saying goes, it affects everyone differently. This video was very informative and I appreciate the time you took to research everything. I'm going to now start binge watching your channel. Also, you have earned my sub.
i have the same experience as you. I've been using thc for well over a decade now, with random breaks when i was broke.
this video echos a lot of what i hear about weed online, and yet is entirely the opposite of my experience.
even now, after literally daily use for years, i still have wild and crazy vivid dreams. i lucid dream very regularly, at least once a week on average. i can recall and retell almost 100% of the details from each dream i have, and they're usually CRAZY.
when i stop smoking i tend to go back to having insomnia.
Interesting how differently thc affects people. I dont think the studies will be easy to roll out due to that.
One of the reasons I legit claim why I smoke is to prevent dreams. I never dream, or perhaps I don't remember, when I'm high and I hate my dreams so I prefer it
Even with it, I still struggle. I have type 3 ADHD, and it's so hard to get my brain to stop.
I quit 3 weeks ago, and for the past week Ive been having WILD vivid dreams, it had been years since I had dreamt like that. Also had been smoking for more than a decade prior to this. I used to dream, but nothing like they are now. Sometimes it feels like I close my eyes to sleep and I just land on another planet lol. Like you said everyone is different.
The best part of quitting is the dreams. They get insanely vivid and otherworldly
OMG thank you. I could not understand what was happening to me… definitely a good introduction for my ongoing study. ✌🏽
Really good video, I got a lots of answers to questions
I’m doing sober October after 15 years of daily smoking. This explains having a hard time falling asleep and why my dreams have been so wild. Extremely helpful video!
@@2TonTuna I basically didn't dream or never recalled dreams when getting high. Once you stop you start dreaming more and remember a lot more about your dreams upon waking. If you have nightmares, I suggest smoking weed to end them.
excited for you, its definitely going to be tough but you got this 👌
Last time I quit I had dreams of smoking weed quite regularly lol. Just try to smoke only on the weekends, it's the sweet spot for me
Word of encouragement from someone that is studying about addictions (in medicine), know that you will most likely relapse and it might feel like shit but you're not losing progress. Quiting cold turkey is a myth and rarely works, but if you can manage to slowly take less and less until you get to a point where you're happy then you've recovered. Recovery is something you define and it is a continous process.
I believe you can do it. Good Luck!
how is going Sir?
I've always had incredibly intense vivid dreams that sometimes cause me to wake up in extreme emotional states. I've been using MJ to sleep for 15 years now, and I love how it's suppressed my dreams. I sleep much better and don't wake as much, and wake up more rested and less emotional.
ADHD all my life, and MJ has been in it for a good part of it too.
I haven’t remembered my dreams in years! I usually sleep pretty well though.
Thank you for this video! Apparently the info
Been smoking for over 25 years. Everyday , All day smoker. You are exactly right in my experience. Well done
I've been suffering from insomnia after not having an issue with it for about a year, my life completely crumbled since it came back but i'm doing my best to get out of the hole
In the same boat, insomnia flared up after a death in the family and currently weed is the only thing that truly helps me get a good night's sleep. I know ideally I'd be able to fall asleep without weed or any medication but I know need more time to get that "confidence" back.
I'm 60y.o. and retired... I started smoking pot for the first time about 5-6 years ago for medicinal reasons, and of course, to just enjoy the high. I do notice at times that I'm more lethargic than my norm, but, for the most part, I get things done now that before I would procrastinate over. I'm so glad it's legal here in Washington state. Should've been the case decades ago.
I had various problems, nothing I could pin down, but didn't sleep a lot, and felt tired quite a lot of the time. Out like a light now, wake up with the dawn, without an alarm. I still don't sleep a huge amount, but feel the sleep I do get refreshes me more.
Thank you. Daily smoker for the last 50 years. I never considered myself a chronic user because I only smoked a couple times a day but this has been helpful. I think I'll try taking a break... I'll start first thing in the morning because it's too late today.
Hey, how was it? why did you consider quitting smoking after 50 years? i'm new at this sorry to ask
As a Veteran, turning to cannabis for my depression and anxiety has been great as I just did not like SSRI’s and the list of effects it had on me personally. I never personally struggled with sleep so this was never an issue for me, but I do agree a tolerance break is good.
I think we often also overlook other contributing factors that affect sleep like stress, alcohol, caffeine consumption, diet, level of fitness, etc that also play a role. I’m also weary of studies conducted in the US due to its aggressive lobbying by pharmaceutical companies that are trying to create paranoia around Marijuana. Always look for biases in studies and where they are getting their funding from. Has the research been corroborated and by who? Etc. not saying Marijuana is without faults, but misinformation is everywhere. Bottom line enjoy it responsibly, know your medical history and how it personally affects you.
I took a course on Cannabis Research on Coursera and learned that it is incredibly difficult to conduct scientific studies on the effects of Cannabis in the US because of the Controlled Substance Act of 1972. Marijuana is a schedule 1 drug, along with the most dangerous and controlled substances of all like heroin. By contrast, Fetanyl is schedule 2. It's a shame because Cannabis is so widely used and we don't know very much about the effects on humans, good or bad.
Would rather take something natural with its side effects than the lab created stuff with its side effects.
Spot on.
@@mwaltripit’s truly a disservice to those that can greatly benefit from it. But I truly believe Big Pharma is throwing roadblocks or just trying to stall as long as possible.
@@MusicOverMyHeadyeah when the Doc listed all the side effects from SSRI meds for my depression, I was like “this can make me more suicidal” like wtf…fortunately I was able to get off of them and on to medical cannabis
my sleep is about 6hrs when i'm not working nights, then it drops to 3-4 whether sober or not. i started waking up super early after i started, but it's hard to correlate as it coincided again with working nights. i thought i had lots of energy when i used to wake up with that 'hangover', but when i detox for 5+ days, i REALLY feel the difference in "quality" of sleep
The amounts of dreams you have when you quit is crazy! I'm almost 1 month without weed and still having a bunch of psychedelic dreams per night (not in a good way)
My experiences with my 20year weed habit are exactly what all your studies showed…I now smoke way less and life is more enjoyable not being so high all the time especially the daily use. Now when I light up I’m super giggly and excited to smoke, and the experience is so much better.
This 100% fits with my experience. I'm a lifelong insomniac - I have memories of my struggle with sleep going back as early as 4-5 years old. It's well and truly part of my biology. The first time I tried THC gummies as a sleep aid, I was delighted with the effects. I have since tried THC & CBD gummies and found them to be even better. But from the very beginning, I've held them back for emergency use during the worst of my insomnia. For the regular day to day, I rely on my old standbys of melatonin and behavior therapy. I had wanted to start slowly out of an abundance of caution (and cost), but quickly found that while it was a tremendous help, it always felt like it wasn't a good idea to use it all the time, so I've kept it to emergencies only, when my insomnia gets really bad. I feel like this video supports all of my personal conclusions, so I feel even better about continuing to use it exactly as I have been. (Until and unless additional research comes out to change my perspective on it.)
I definitely agree. I haven't put it to practice yet because I just had the idea watching this video but you're already experienced in what I want to try and have success with it so that gives me hope. I feel the same, that keeping it moderate will be the best thing. Now for the hard part for me...keeping the discipline to not over do it🤦🏿♂️
Good luck! I hope you find it as helpful as I do!
Add cbn to your cbd thc mix.
melatonin is actually bad for you and will affect your sleep patterns forever
My friend may I ask which brand of melatonin works for you? And also what time do you take it? I think I've noticed taking melatonin 2 hours before bed makes me drowsy but I'm not too certain.
I'm 29, regularly smoked since I was 21. The largest negative impact daily THC use has had on me is my sleep. I usually sleep 4-5 hours, I can't sleep longer. I don't have dreams, none that I can remember. When I have to quit for a drug test, I'm shocked at how vivid and real my dreams are, and how much I sleep - also how much better I feel over all. I continually question whether getting high every day is worth it, because I am constantly some degree of exhausted.
Same
I smoke and dream every night 🤷♀️ Have you tried edibles for sleep? They're way more effective for sleeping.
Easy - you probably use too much than what would be your perfect dose. Take two puffs instead of a couple joints.
We need to slow down on the smoking cardboard pizza your literally me were getting too old for this life is too big
Try D8 THC. 😁
In my experience, it has more mood benefits than standard THC.
I even dream regularly while on it. 😁
For everyday users, I highly recommend D8 THC. 💯👍🏾
GREAT INFORMATION THANK YOU
I've been an on and off user my whole life and I've experienced all of this first hand. This video is so spot on. I'm currently pregnant and haven't smoked for 4 months and I sleep so much better than when I'm using and I'm dreaming again. They were pretty intense to start with but they've settled to the normal level now x
The dream part is most relatable to me. When I have a break from smoking, my dreams become wild and are often nightmarish. Very interesting.
I have adhd and bpd. Sleep is so hard for me to achieve. Ages 13-19 i would sleep only 3-4 hours. And some micro naps during the day. Age 20 i was introduced to edibles and it was like everything changed. Better mood, more energetic, happy, all thanks to having my 8 hours of sleep.
I also used to get really vivid nightmares, it was hell. Now, no dreams.
I understand it might not be for everyone, but for me it was a gift. It saved me. 💚
I experienced" night terrors" for years , it is hard to explain to someone what it is like to be afraid to go asleep.
None of those things are real
@@user-rs1iq3kt6l nice troll attempt. Now go back under your bridge
@@user-rs1iq3kt6l But they seemed so real at the time .
Excellent vid wonderful info
im so proud of you
great video! I love the little illustrations. I recently switched to using CBN and CBD products together to help me sleep , with minimal or no THC and that has really been a game changer for my chronic insomnia.
I am so glad I stumbled on this video.
I've been currently suffering a lot of sleep issues lately.
And I'm also a chronic smoker..
This has been very helpful.
Thank you
LMK how it works for you
I’ve quite too recently after using daily for almost 4 years and after the first week of troubled sleep it gets much easier to fall asleep and stay asleep too again, and I already notice I have better memory and can do any task more clearly and efficiently too. I love cannabis but the long term affects are not worth it
For me i sleep best when im coming down from a high rather than really high
@@smokedstoned I’m on day 35 after being a chronic smoker, totally worth it. I’m a different person, my sleep is way better and physically I’m doing great. I feel powerful ❤
Thank you for this
Up until I was 28 I suffered with massive depression, insomnia, and zero appetite. I turned to self-harm with an exacto blade to try and turn those internal mental anguishes into physical pain which I was familiar with being a competitive runner. Marijuana use has removed my depression, I can sleep, I can eat. I can laugh, I can cry. Not a single person who has seen my scars haven't understood.
Thank you so much for this! I suffer from PTSD, insomnia, depression and anxiety (Yay repeated traumatic experiences growing up and being a first responder!) so I used THC for sleep. I went from 2-4 hours a night to 4-6 hours and even longer when I first started using last year. I have noticed I don't dream (which is nice, my dreams were not good ones) but I do feel okay. I took a 5 day break and the first day I was awake for 24 hours and had 2 hours of sleep. The next day was closer to 22 hours awake and like 2 or 3 hours of sleep. I was a heavy user. Very heavy. So I think I might try cutting down and seeing what happens. I am actually going to shower and smoke right now lol. Thanks for this awesome vid. I love how approachable you make science communication!
Try microdosing psilocybin. I microdosed four years ago for about three-and-a-half months and it totally cured me, it is never returned
I've been off of marijuana for about 10 days now and my dreams have been so vivid lately, so this explains alot...I would say it has overall helped my sleep over the past few years but I agree, it's good to take a break from anything you consume frequently 🙏🏾
I've been off it for about 3 weeks now, my dreams are completely wild, like lucid dreaming, insane absurd dreams, really detailed ones that continue the next time I sleep... I forgot what dreaming was like for like 2 years because of it
Going through a break right now too, but I went too long on it so now I have to deal with grumpiness and intense head aches
Yes. I stopped eating and drinking for about 10 days now and i've never looked better.
Nice man, keep going. I can't quit i dont wanna be depressed for 1 day or longer.
the fact that you get very intense dreams when quitting weed is This is very well known.
I love this video. Despite having always been a pro-cannabis person, I've only used it to fall asleep (almost daily) for a few years of my life. Breaking away from it resulted in a few very, very bad nights of sleep (think 2-4 hours bad) but afterwards I almost never had insomnia as bad as I did at the start (the whole reason I started). I will now use occasionally (again, at night only) for recreation (rare) or when I'm going through an extremely tough time as a (non-ideal) coping mechanism that allows me to at least fall asleep... Dropping the habit afterwards can be hard when such a period happens, but combining insomnia with extreme stress = the worst possible combination for me. Currently in one of those episodes, GF left me in the middle of an extremely high stress period, taking our doggo and resulting in me having to find another place to live etc. Not looking forward to dropping the habit again, but to be honest I'm happy to at least get some sleep and somewhat relax.
As a long term smoker i found this very interesting, thanks for the info✌️
Thank you!! Month sober from weed so I love learning about the benefits and my REM sleep and dreams have been crazy! So vivid I’m so thankful to heal from this addiction
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@@jimmypeeps8471 it definitely doesnt
This shit is so cap I smoked everyday straight for 5 years, I’ve been sober for 2+ months although I do sleep better. I still wake up tired and I haven’t dreamed at all.
@@Chrisreyes999yeah you smoked for 5 years, 60 days won’t just change it, THC stays in the body for 90 days, it can talk almost half a year to even see effectiveness
@@Chrisreyes999keep goin thru with it buddy
I started [VAPING] strong THC distillates when I was 15. I am now 19 and I have no lung problems, improved self-esteem, and barely any anxiety. The reaction the THC has on my body depends on how I am doing mentally and which strain/potency I am using. I would not be alive without THC because I relied on it when I had no outside support and could NOT receive any. Restricting THC usage for people 21 and younger frustrates me beyond belief because if you are 18 you are old enough to decide for yourself. It is all reliant on each individual case.
The last part is solid
I’m actually cutting back on smoking. For about thebpast decade I’ve basically been an ‘all day, every day’ smoker. I tend to stay high all day.
I found though that I’ve been dealing with symptoms of Central Sleep Apnea, where my brain essentially forgets to signal to my lungs to breathe. This most commonly affected me just as I would start drifiting off to sleep, at which point I’d have to wake back up to breathe again.
I started cutting back last week and have already started noticing an improvement in my sleep, vis a vis, I’m able to actually fall asleep properly now, and stay asleep longer.
Now I just smoke every once in awhile throughout the day, and have been avoiding smoking at least two hours before bed time.
Wow, when this one came up in my algo I knew they had nailed my profile. I also really appreciate the relatable, judgement-free tone here. Important food for thought, thank you 🙏✌️
Love to know more about ADHD medication and Marijuana use for sleep
Same. It takes the edge off from my stimulants at the end of the day
Going from a chronic smoker at the age of 15-28, I was more than happy that I decided to take a major break. Instead of using it all day every day, I now much more enjoy it once a day, specifically when I'm relaxing and getting prepared to sleep. Though I only use it 1 - 3 times a week on average.
After having such a severe habit it was mentally tough to stop, thankfully it's not nearly as difficult as other drugs.
One positive thing I will add, is that at the age of 15 I started having seizures, though I can't say THC was helping control the seizures I think it helped incredibly with anxiety and appreciation of life. Ultimately it assisted in giving me the courage to go under and receive brain surgery and sure enough, haven't had a major seizure in 5+ years.
Everything in moderation. ✌
Started my detox. Been 10days and just had my 1st remembered dreams. Been smoking for over 15yrs but lucky hasnt effected ❤
CBN and CBD are a really good substitute for sleep over THC. CBD has actually really surprised me in truly how many ways it has helped the human body through certain hard times we go through. There is also CBG and CBC for all to start exploring the properties those have as well.
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