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Certain ascetic sects in Hinduism like the Naga Sadhus, Aghoris, and Tantric Bhairava sects use marijuana. Marijuana is generally illegal in India as per law. https://leafwell.com/blog/is-marijuana-legal-in-india Certain states have provisions for regulated cultivation and use of marijuana. It is not generally used in Hinduism except for the above mentioned sects mainly in the himalayan parts of north india. Enlightened sages have been critical of usage of drugs for attaining spiritual growth as cravings and addictions to drugs strengthen the ego or ahankara creating more unconsciousness. Meher Baba stated that enlightenment cannot be found in a pill.

As it is, I would say about 80 to 90 percent of most people's thinking is not only repetitive and useless, but because of its dysfunctional and often negative nature, much of it is also harmful. Observe your mind and you will find this to be true. It causes a serious leakage of vital energy. ~ Eckhart Tolle “Rather than distinguishing between emotions and thoughts, Buddhism is more concerned with understanding which types of mental activity are conducive to one’s own and others’ well-being, and which are harmful, especially in the long run.” ~ Matthieu Ricard Be extremely careful with your words and actions. It is far better to prevent a problem than to solve one.~ Bhante Sujatha Meditation teaches us to master our thoughts and allows selective thinking to arise naturally. ~ Bhante Sujatha

In eastern religious philosophy , God is considered the same as love. Brahman is the name for the Absolute or God in Hinduism, who in turn is equated with consciousness, with pure consciousness being considered the same as pure love. Nisargadatta Maharaj further elaborates on this principle of God being love... https://selfrealization.blog/2020/04/17/nisargadatta-maharaj-on-love-2/

Indifference is meant only for the wicked or those lacking proper behavioral and character aspects . 'Undisturbed calmness of mind is attained by cultivating friendliness toward the happy, compassion for the unhappy, delight in the virtuous, and indifference toward the wicked.' ~ Patanjali , Yoga Sutras

Peace ends when you are emotionally involved in a situation. The practice of being a detached observer helps you stay stable and calm. It is the best way to approach a decision in any circumstance. ~ Brahmakumaris 'Being detached means not being mentally affected by anything, and observing events as passing scenes in the drama of life. This allows us to see things as they are and take appropriate decisions. But when we become involved, we start questioning why things are the way they are, and why people behave the way they do. This can lead to dissatisfaction, frustration and anger, which can lead us to act in ways that bring sorrow. ~ Brij Mohan (Brahmakumaris)

Sister Aruna Ladva of Brahmakumaris expounds on the Greek terms Akrasia and Enkrateia for better goal-setting and accomplishment. https://www.itstimetomeditate.org/akrasia/