do any of you get very bad self introspection?

well?

 

Hmmm....do you feel that way at all when you don't smoke?

 

Not really, not as intensly.

I've never been a confident person but I have never been as paranoid in my entire life. I'm at the point where leaving the house unless its for work or munchies, is a major chore.

 

I guess you could lay off the bud for a little while at least. Good luck man, stay strong.

 

paranoia is something you have to deal with if you're a bud smoker. It comes with the territory. Try smoking privately instead of a place where you feel you will be "judged"

 

Its been a bad influence on my life. I turned down a great job oppertunity of a great job in another city just because I couldn't be arsed selling up and moving.

But I like the escapism it gives me.

 

Yeah take his advice ^ i havent even smoked bud yet, first hand experience would probably help you (im assuming you smoke, no offense if you don't)

 

give it a break and try to be positive... you'll bounce back
don't be afraid of change...

 

BE POISITIVO!!!!!!!!! Try to think of statements in your head that totally negate what you are feeling. Like for the example you gave just remind yourself that they are probably looking at you as much as normal but because you are high you are aware of it. Another would be to say it is because you're looking at them more and thats how you can catch the subtle glances.

 

Doesnt happen to me. But just dont let it worry you. Nobody is ever good enough to judge you. Be yourself

 

maybe you're just at a low point in your life or have been for a while. i've had moments like that stoned and tripping, which is much worse. at that point i had to remind myself that my life is progressing as it should, that i'm happy, a good person, etc. you get the idea. it takes a lot of effort the first few times but eventually it gets easier until it all but disappears. of course if you're not feeling so great about where you are in your life or who you are, then there are bigger issues. this is a good place to find some support. there's lots of great advice in this thread. feel the love ray? good luck.