I quit smoking weed but I’m so bored! What should I do?

First of all, you should be in a celebratory mood for quitting weed. The potential for unaccounted abuse of cannabis has been eliminated. Quitting is not easy. That is a fact. You have to battle with a surge of feelings and emotions as well as bodily pains that come with withdrawal. Do not fear. Do not stop the battle.

People who quit weed face a selection of situations. Boredom is one of the common feelings former users battle with. If you do feel bored after quitting, do not worry. It is normal. However, do not allow that boredom to lure you into a relapse back to marijuana abuse. Do not let your boredom control you. There are many alternatives to cannabis “high” that can give you an ecstatic feeling, without hurting your body.

Now here are 25 things you can do to do away with that feeling of boredom:

  1. Learn a new skill, say driving, calligraphy, or fishing.
  2. Engage in sports. If you’re the athletic type, you can opt to try basketball, baseball, or volleyball.
  3. Play board games. Not only do these stimulate the mind, they are also fun and can strengthen social relationships.
  4. Read a book—the kind that piques your interest.
  5. Camp out with friends or family. Explore the great wilderness.
  6. Cook and bake. This can also be therapeutic.
  7. Watch a movie or TV series that can heighten your adrenaline and mental logic.
  8. Sing! It’s never too late to sing a note or two.
  9. Listen to your favorite music.
  10. Get that body working in the gym.
  11. Try painting and drawing.
  12. Learn a dance routine. The activity can help your body relax, too.
  13. Swim!
  14. Participate in a book reading activity. You can even do this for kids or the elderly. That way, you can help them, too.
  15. Travel, travel, travel. Nothing eases boredom more than travelling to places you have never been to before. Explore.
  16. Play a video game. Games such as Need for Speed and Left 4 Dead give a spike to our adrenaline.
  17. Clean out your closet and hold a garage sale. This will keep you occupied for sure!
  18. Go to the spa and de-stress with a massage. Pamper yourself.
  19. Try gardening. It’s easy. You just need seeds, soil, and a pot. Voila! You are ready to plant!
  20. Write a blog. Let those feelings loose.
  21. Clean your house. Clean your refrigerator. Clean your bathroom.
  22. Make your top ten lists: top ten travel destinations, top ten family vacations, top ten favorite TV shows.
  23. Call a friend. Make a conversation.
  24. Enrol in a free online course. It can also sharpen your mind!
  25. Do yoga. Listen to classical music.

Collectively, these suggested activities can give you a “high” feeling, but one that is not damaging to your body and mind. Do not rush. Take it one step at a time. You can do it!