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Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and for many of us, that means spending a few days with family \u2014 the people who know us best and somehow still manage to surprise us. If you're a cannabis user heading home for the holiday, you might be wondering: Is it finally time to tell them?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For some of us, weed is a necessity around family. And unfortunately, that can complicate things if your family doesn't know that you smoke weed or even use cannabis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While family dynamics can be complicated under the best of circumstances, with the growing legalization of weed, the acceptance of it has also grown. That means there are effective ways to approach sharing your love for the plant with your loved ones. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\n\tShould you even tell them?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before you spend the rest of your time stressing out instead of enjoying the holiday season, ask yourself if you really need to tell your family about your cannabis use. Sometimes having the talk can be beneficial, but not always.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Consider your motivation for discussing the issue<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When the need for a conversation with your family feels urgent, it's typically to avoid potential awkwardness or tension when spending time together. Sometimes, the pressure of socializing can make it feel isolating to have to hide or avoid people when you use cannabis. Getting on the same page with them can help reduce any discomfort, especially if you plan to smoke weed during Thanksgiving weekend or want to enjoy cannabis with family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In other cases, it may upset some family members. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Decide whether potentially upsetting a couple of family members is worth the benefit of the family knowing the truth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Of course, there are always reasons why it might be better to avoid the conversation altogether. Consider the potential outcomes of letting your family know \u2014 you don't want to wind up cut off (whether financially or through estrangement) or harassed for your cannabis use..<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember, there's no obligation to discuss your cannabis use. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of your situation, it's important to remember that you have no obligation to discuss legal cannabis use with anyone. Even at the dispensary where you pick up. If you aren't comfortable taking the plunge or aren't sure that your family is ready, that's okay. There's always another time, and if the need never arises, it may not be necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n\tRead the room: Is your family ready for the talk?<\/h2>\n\n\n\t\t\t
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