What should you do if you get too high?

We all go through it at some point. That realization that you suddenly... I shouldn't have smoked that last joint, or I shouldn't have eaten that last bite of hash brownie. It's easy to get too much THC in your system, and the experience can quickly go from “super chill” to “not funny at all.” But how can you help someone if they've consumed too much weed?

Don't panic

We know it's easier said than done, but try to remain as calm as possible after consuming too much cannabis. That's the best advice you can give someone. You can't stay too high for too long, so realize that this will eventually pass. You wanted to get high, right?

Tell yourself (or the person who is currently too high) that this state is temporary and that everything will be okay. Once you feel better, you might even be able to enjoy the idea that you got yourself this high! 

Take a shower

It's not always possible, but a nice shower will always reduce the effects of cannabis. In fact, this is one of the fastest and best ways to reduce unwanted THC effects. Not only will this relax you, but there's something special about a warm shower: it rejuvenates you. And that's what you want, isn't it?

Take some sugar

One of the best solutions if you're too high is to consume a large amount of sugar. The easiest way is to simply mix a few spoonfuls of regular sugar with some water and drink it. It might sound gross, but there's nothing better for ensuring glucose is absorbed by your body as quickly as possible.

Other ways to lower a high can be more basic: eat something sweet, have a sweet drink, or consume something rich in calories and containing huge amounts of glucose. 

The simple sugar-water combination is also the first step in sobering someone up if they lose consciousness due to an overly intense high (yes, that can happen). After you wake them up, or just before they pass out, have them drink the entire glass. This is because if blood glucose levels rise, they will feel better. And as soon as they feel a little better…

Let's go for a walk

Even better: do some sports. It sounds to meThis is a common weed meme, getting way too high and then going for a jog. The truth is, as soon as your blood starts pumping, you'll start to feel better. And the more your body moves, the faster you'll sober up from the weed you had.

If you don't want to exercise, a simple quick walk is also sufficient. Walking not only helps your body get rid of THC, but your mind also gets a break by changing your surroundings. And that's good, because...

Distract yourself

A good way to come down from being high is to walk around, but any form of distraction will help. Especially if that distraction is something you love. Watch some cartoons you enjoy, eat your favorite snacks, play some fun music, cuddle or talk to someone. The reason you don't like this high is because your mind is going in circles. Whatever thoughts are making you stressed or paranoid, they're just going in circles. By using distractions, you can stop those thoughts and break the cycle. Therefore, it's an excellent way to combat this feeling. 

Take some CBD

This is a guess, but if you happen to have some CBD oil on hand, take some. You can't overdose on CBD, so 40-200mg of pure cannabidiol could be a good remedy to combat this high. It will not only help you relax, but your endocannabinoid system works better when THC and CBD are consumed in equal amounts. It's a shame most modern cannabis strains have almost no CBD left. This is because CBD counteracts THC and softens the experience, making it much more pleasant. Read more about CBD and hemp oils here.

Drink lots of water

This could have been the first tip on the list, but it's so obvious we saved it for later. If you're not feeling well, water should be your first thought. Dehydration is one of the most common side effects of cannabis. Fortunately, you can easily fight back against it. Just make sure you don't drink alcohol, coffee, tea, or soda, as all of these drinks will dehydrate you even further.

Drink as much as you can, and then have an extra glass. This will get all your bodily functions going again.

Go to bed

If it's not possible to follow the tips above, then it's time to just get comfortable. The state you're in now will also pass without doing anything. So if you can't help yourself in any other way, at least make sure you are comfortable. That will allow you to relax. And what's more comfortable than lying in bed?

Responsible consumption

The last and best advice we have is simple: start slow and don't take too much. There is no better solution than simply not getting too high. You do this by smoking less than you think you need. Especially if you're smoking something you've never smoked before, the tendency is to roll another joint. However, it can be very difficult to come back from Mars once you're already too high!

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