I've been a 'every day' smoker for about 20 years and I find it beneficial to have a few days off now and then. Not only to lower the old tolerance but to remind myself that I'm in control of my cannabis use, and not the other way round. If you're struggling without weed this might be a good idea. Just make sure you're eating properly and drinking plenty of water. Going for a run in the evening can be helpful too as I find it helps me fall asleep more easily when I'm on one of my 'breaks'.

Cheers for your insight my dude. I would love to take breaks, go for runs, eat 3 good meals a day, meditate etc... Unfortunately I find it hard to keep will power at maximum and give in to the thought, smell and sensation of being high usually along side my cuppa coffee in the morning.

Just for peace of mind, you're not alone my man. I've been a heavy daily smoker for around 15 years now and have gone through some ups and downs in regard to sweet mary j. I struggled to sleep for literally years and then cannabis was like an instant fix. Problem is I began to like it a bit much and it started affectinfng me negatively, in my opinion I was abusing the plant. I still smoke everyday but I went from 1.5 to 2 oz a week down to 14-18g a week, it's still not great but it's a happy medium for myself. I smoke and share regularly with friends, I don't drink very often (once or twice a year) so for right now this is what works for me. The days I don't have anything left to smoke I have to tell myself not to let it get to me and I tend to exercise to take some of the edge off. I'd like to just be a weekend smoker at some stage but I'll get there in time. I used to feel bad about the stigma of smoking weed or being a "stoner" but the reality is that cannabis just clicked with me and I'm still fully functional and contribute to society and if anything it's like medication for me so now I have no shame about smoking. As somebody else said, make sure you're in control of your habit, not your habit in control of you.

I am sorry to hear that you can't get through the night without cannabis.

I personally struggle sometimes to sleep, but mostly due to pain or sometimes anxiety.
I've learnt to manage my pain with moderate regular exercise and anxiety happens less and less as time passes.
I do have some reserve at all times for when i can't afford not to sleep.

In my opinion, cannabis is a medicine (same as opium, mushrooms, tobacco leaves, sage of seers, iboga and many other wonderful plants) rather than means to get smashed/escape the reality.

I believe that if something controls you, whatever it could be (plants, booze, porn, drama, etc.), rather than you control it (meaning, you start any moment you want and you can stop any moment you want, for a period that you want) then you have an addiction.

Have you considered different methods/ways to stabilise your sleeping routine?

I wish you all the best,
V.

I smoke everyday but only when I‘ve got all my shit done, the kids are in bed and it’s chill time. I only vape too so no combustion. I smoked heavily in my younger days (bongs or hot knives for breakfast lol) with my mates but had a 15 year break!

Gardenvariety nailed it really, when you’re having a word with yourself just make sure you’re in control of your weed intake and not vice versa, if you can’t function without it, it’s probably time for a little break. Look after your mental health man it’s just as, if not more important than looking after your physical health. Everyone has some sort of vice my friend it’s just finding that happy medium.

I’ve been enjoying edibles a little too much lately and should probably knock them on the head lol

I struggle if I'm without, moreso in the night time I definitely always want a smoke before bed. Not to say haven't had nights without but deffo get more anxious depressed and grouchy if I know I will be going without.
T breaks are a tough one to crack but I only ever smoke in the evening and finding something else to replace it aint easy.

Not much of a smoker, just the odd Friday night because of work and life commitments but since lockdown it's been everyday 2-4 times a day for the last 3 months. I stopped because i felt a bit of stomach pain and just wanted a t break. First 3 nights I couldn't sleep. Was up until 5 and getting 3 hours sleep. I was surprised that when I woke up I felt fine like I got a good sleep. Couldn't eat solids for a few days and lost my appetite, I was really worried about this, but I googled it and I found someone had the exact same symptoms. After a few days I was fine. I went back smoking once a day but my but my missus was worried so I said on Monday would be my last day before taking a week off. Guess who can't sleep again :|