If you’ve ever felt like traditional talk therapy just doesn’t cut it, you’re not alone. Often, words just aren’t enough - or sometimes, we can’t even find them. That’s where expressive arts therapy can really make an impact - it allows us to express what words can’t.
Read MoreWe’ve probably all seen stories of “weed tampons.” Truth is, they aren’t tampons, they are suppositories made from cannabis and they can be a game changer for people with chronic pelvic pain such as that experienced with endometriosis. They are also super easy to make - saving tons of money from pre-made dispensary versions.
Read MoreDysautonomia includes POTS, neurocardiogenic syncope, and other disorders affecting the autonomic nervous system. Symptoms can be completely debilitating restricting patients from many day to day activities. Cannabis can be a helpful tool for managing symptoms of dysautonomia and POTS, but there are some things to be aware of.
Read MoreGetting rid of to do lists and instead setting 2-3 SMART weekly goals for myself has always been a very helpful way for me to stay on task, reduce overwhelm, and get things done. The science supports this. Goal setting helps to create an awareness and recognition of where we are, where we want to be, and what tools we already have to get ourselves there. I somehow fell out of the habit, so I thought it was time for a self-refresher. I just got distracted again and never posted it…so here we go.
Read MoreSelf-care is any activity that we do with the purpose of taking care of our mental, emotional, and physical health. Things and activities that recharge and fulfill us. Some of these ideas may seem simple, but that is all it takes. A few simple intentional activities add up quickly to improve physical and mental health.
Read MoreWhether it be pain and symptoms or missing out on events, some days with chronic illness just plain sucks. As a community wee talk a lot about the medicinal benefits of cannabis, but we tend to focus on all the physical aspects. What we don’t talk about is how the euphoria - or high - can be a big part of the healing process. For me, it’s a regular part of my self-care routine, that I quite look forward to.
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