Has anyone quit smoking marijuana? How hard was it, and how many times did you try? Is there any substitute (non-addictive) for when you can't sleep and are going crazy?

I have to say after reading the first answer from Amanda36, I am just laughing. What psychological or physiological research or evidence is there to support what she posted?? Audio programs?? I must say, I am a graduate psychology student and there is no basis for saying audio programs work for anything let alone for quiting marijuana. Additionally, eating more fruits and vegetables?? I have to just laugh!

Marijuana is not physically addictive..."helping your body become more alkaline"...where did this statement come from? Was Amanda36 high when she typed this response? This is totally made up.

Anyways, I've been smoking on and off for 5 years and over the past 2 years have smoked pretty much every day. I graduated magna cum laude, have a good job, and am getting a graduate degree. If you are not self-motivated, marijuana will destroy you because you will never be able to get anything done. If you are self-motivated, achievement driven and have self-control, marijuana can be a natural stress reliever and actually you can learn to use it to your mind's benefit such as for creativity purposes, deeper thinking and spiritual enlightenment.

I recently quit smoking for drug test purposes and honestly I have to say the only struggle is finding something to fill my time because I've been so bored without it. I can't stand to have free time. The summer weekends are the hardest with no class and no work.

All I can say is if you are choosing to stop smoking marijuana, find a replacement. The only thing you'll be suffering from is boredom. Grab a good book, start exercising or take up a new hobbie. A perk is that you'll most likely lose weight because without smoking you basically have no appetite. As far as sleeping goes, if you make yourself get up early and start your day, you'll be tired when night comes. Good luck to everyone! Marijuana is a lot less harmful than other drugs and ESPECIALLY alcohol. Educate yourself people!