I have had to stop several times where I thought I would never partake of the sacred herb again. The last time it took about a week before I did not really care or miss it. I found that life was ok without it and could balance any pain issues with an advil. Was much easier than I thought it would be as I thought I was addicted. So was surprised it was not a major withdrawl. Went a year until I discovered sites like this and than met a friend who has showed me how to gro my own. So now I have more access but it is nice to know that I am not as addicted as I thought after 20 plus years. Good luck!