- For me, I had no option- I smoked too much, and when it came to working and taking care of myself, I did the absolute minimum- Whatever my work required, I would do just enough to get it done- In terms of taking care of myself - I barely did that. I would eat the worst foods and do minimal exercise- I needed to quit weed. Not just to be more productive but to be a better me. Be in better health so I can take care of my parents and daughter. Be a better husband- Not being able to do the things I want to do - podcasting, writing, being in better shape, spending quality time with family - would have filled my life with regret