Thank you emgreen, that's exactly what I was doing for about a decade... masking emotions, avoiding reality, and using cannabis as a temporary escape. I did quit smoking cigarettes in 2015 and have stuck with it, but cannabis is a different beast. I still imagine feeling that fleeting relief when you first get a buzz but the downside is more symptoms and no longterm wellness.

I really do appreciate any and all words of encouragement. It isn't easy.