There is very much something to what you are saying. I’m a pretty self conscious person. Using marijuana while it was illegal and not exactly known as a medicinal substance caused a very different feeling/reality than now. Not having to hide anymore has allowed me to feel freer. Unfortunately, multiple members of my family haven’t progressed their thoughts on marijuana since taking their stances decades ago. That part still presents challenges for me. I am actually kind of resentful, for the whole ordeal. I find I use marijuana with better care and more knowledge now, where before I was made to work in the dark.