Complete beginner - where do I even start?
Started by first timer help · Jan 16, 2026 · 12 replies
hey everyone, hope this is the right place to ask...
i'm completely new to cannabis and honestly pretty nervous about trying it. it's legal now but i still feel weird about it lol
where do you even start? should i go to a dispensary? order online? what should i try first?
any advice would be really appreciated. thanks
welcome! totally normal to feel nervous. i'd suggest starting with a low dose edible (2.5mg thc max) or a balanced cbd:thc strain. visit a local dispensary - the budtenders are usually super helpful with newbies
agree with sarah. dispensary staff know their stuff. also don't feel pressured to try everything at once - take your time
omg yes start low! i went way too hard my first time and was not having fun lmao. 2.5mg edible is perfect to test the waters 💚
if you're in ontario, OCS delivery is discrete and safe. good way to browse without pressure
thanks everyone! this makes me feel way better about trying it. going to check out the local dispensary this weekend
take it slow and enjoy the journey. cannabis can be really beneficial when used mindfully
from a science perspective, starting low is smart. you can always increase dose but can't decrease it