7 Healthy Cannabis Habits for the New Year

Recipes, routines and training sessions can be tweaked and improved a bit. So why not your marijuana use? Over time, people adjust their alcohol consumption. So why not their weed consumption too? Some people choose Dry January or California Sober, but maybe you want something different. A key difference between alcohol and cannabis is that cannabis offers some medical benefits. But if you optimize your use, it can be both more enjoyable and more beneficial.

Make a smoking plan

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A schedule can help you smoke more or less as needed. With many people working from home indefinitely, smoking can quickly become an everyday activity – a habit that's easy to start but difficult to break. While this works for some, most people require periods of sobriety in order to work and be productive.

Try new things

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Another addition to your New Year's resolution can be to try new things, be it new hobbies or new ways to smoke weed. Try making some edibles or buying a strain you've never had before, or a strain your budtender recommended that you haven't tried yet. These new experiences can lead to great memories and new ways to add some spice to your life.

Combine smoking with other activities

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People are creatures of habit who create their rituals and schedules without knowing that they are sticking to them. While habits are great and should be encouraged, it's nice to try something different every now and then. Change your smoking routine by combining it with new activities, making it a compliment rather than the main activity you focus on. Smoke some weed and go for a walk, or smoke right before a workout and see what happens.

Try sugar-free foods

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For those who typically get high from edibles, it might be worth considering sugar-free options. Small edibles can contain large amounts of sugar, especially if they are intended to mask the taste of weed. Make it a habit to read the product label and grab some sugar-free options, especially if you consume them several times a week.

Take tolerance breaks

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Understanding the importance of breaking tolerance will help you rebuild your relationship with marijuana. It can also help you save some money in the long run, since you'll be able to smoke less and get more high once you've rid your body of THC residue. To get you started, here are some expert tips for breaking your marijuana tolerance.

Try taking more walks next year

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One habit that people have adopted during the pandemic that has proven to be very useful is daily or weekly walks. Walks are a great way to clear your head. Whether you're bored, feeling stuck at work, or suffering from stress and frustration, taking a walk is a good option. Adding weed to the mix is ​​even better as it gives you perspective and also creates a new and different way to smoke weed that isn't just about getting high.

Know your limits

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A helpful approach to cannabis this year may be to know and learn your limits when it comes to cannabis consumption. While smoking weed can be a great experience, the most important thing is to maintain a healthy relationship with it, one in which you reap the benefits without relying on the drug for fun or other reasons. Exploring and deepening your relationship with marijuana is a positive thing that can help you understand what works for you and what doesn't.