Guy Gets High And Spends Three Hours On What He Thought Was Mowing The Lawn, But Turned Out To Be A Joyride
It was quite a ride...
Some weekends start with a simple plan and end with a story nobody could have predicted. For one Reddit user, being home alone for the first time in seven years turned into a very different kind of adventure after edibles, yard work, and a lawnmower got mixed together.
He had the house to himself while his wife and kids were away, and he decided to make the most of it. What followed was a three-hour detour that started with mowing the lawn and somehow turned into a joyride around the property.
By the time he was done, the whole thing was equal parts funny and alarming. Read on.
1. The original post starts like this:
RedditIt started off great
RedditEdibles are cannabis-based food products. They come in different forms, from gummies to brownies, and contain either one or both of marijuana’s active components: THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD (cannabidiol).
With the legalization of cannabis, edibles are gaining popularity. CBD-only edibles have even been found to help treat ailments such as anxiety and chronic pain. As an added benefit, edibles don’t pose risks to the respiratory system, unlike smoking the stuff.
Cutting grass is the next logical step
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This amusing incident captures how quickly a simple chore can go off the rails. The person thought they were mowing the lawn, but ended up on an unexpected joyride instead.
Three hours later, the gap between intention and reality was pretty hard to miss.
There are also some differences between edibles and smoking or vaping regarding their effect on the user. The “high” from edibles can often feel more intense and last longer than what a user experiences by smoking.
Edibles also take longer to kick in. That often makes people take more than they should because they think it's not affecting them at all. And when they start to kick in… Oh boy.
It’s a big property—should be fun!
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Where is the problem?
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But he did manage to mow the lawn eventually
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Moreover, the phenomenon of 'state-dependent learning' suggests that individuals may struggle to recall information or execute tasks when they are not in the same state as when they learned it. This can have significant implications for behaviors exhibited while under the influence. Understanding this can help individuals recognize the limitations of their decision-making while using substances and the importance of sober reflection.
It could’ve been a lot worse. He could’ve mown the neighbor’s lawn (unsolicited). Seriously now, the OP could’ve injured himself.
But it turns out that what he did wasn’t that uncommon. So let’s take a look at what other people in the subreddit said.
Looks like the OP is not the only one with the same experience
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And I know why...
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Yeah, that is kind of a downer.
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The humor around the story makes it easier to laugh at what could have been an embarrassing mess.
Shared reactions like this are exactly why Reddit stories tend to take on a life of their own.
It also echoes the AITA post where someone debates skipping their brother’s intervention for mental health.
Keep it simple, people!
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It depends on the person...
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What's the timer for?
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Additionally, the social implications of such behaviors highlight the importance of understanding the context of decision-making environments. Recognizing the environmental factors that contribute to decision-making can help individuals make more informed choices in the future.
He must be my neighbor too
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It turns out it’s a common thing
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Vacuuming is tough when you are high.
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Headphones and vacuum don't mix.
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Yes, you could say the OP was lucky
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Go-cart around the yard
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A whole different level
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Engine needs to run to cut the grass...
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Well, it has been an interesting ride, literally. The OP was very fortunate he didn’t injure himself.
In one study, 9.7% of cannabis users reported having driven under the influence in the previous year. We wonder how many people drive their lawnmowers when they are high. Well, at least one...
This whimsical tale of mistaken lawn care serves as a lens through which we can examine deeper psychological themes related to substance use and decision-making. The protagonist, believing he was mowing the lawn, instead embarked on an unintended joyride, illustrating how altered states of mind can drastically shift perception and judgment. This scenario prompts reflection on how such humorous misadventures can also highlight the importance of creating a supportive environment for discussing the consequences of our choices.
Before you try edibles, read the study linking cannabis use to anxiety and depression.
