Cannabis and You - Tips for cutting down

Tips for cutting down

Some people think cutting down is harder than stopping. Both goals take a lot of effort and determination

Set limits on the day, time, and amount you plan to use.
Plan ahead for particular situations. This can help you have a plan for dealing with pressure to use cannabis when you really don't want to.
To reduce the risk of overdoing it, try to space out the days between using cannabis.
Keep a diary of how much you are using. This helps you be aware when you are using more than you said you would.
The more you break up the pattern of use the easier it is to control cannabis and reduce the risks.
If you are trying to cut down, avoid things that remind you of cannabis. Certain places, people, events or times might make you think of cannabis and want to take it.

Make a list of the good things about not using.
Think about the bad side of using and try to think of an image of a specific thing that tells you, "I just don't want that."
Distract yourself with something you enjoy.
Remind yourself of your success so far. Do you want to give that up?
Put off the decision to use for 15 minutes. The craving will probably pass.
Leave or change the situation if you're under too much pressure.
Call someone who has been helpful in the past. It is ok to ask for help.