Join Dr. Dee and Shannon DeGrooms, the executive director of This Is Jane Project, in an inspiring episode of the CannaQueerious podcast. Shannon, a queer trauma survivor and cannabis advocate, shares her powerful journey from surviving personal traumas to leading a nonprofit that empowers women and non-binary trauma survivors. Learn about the importance of breaking the stigma around cannabis use for mental health, hear compelling personal stories, and discover the transformative power of community-driven initiatives like Healing Happy Hours. Tune in for insights on overcoming obstacles in cannabis advocacy, the role of diverse voices in healthcare reform, and the significance of corporate social responsibility in supporting these vital initiatives. #TraumaHealing #CannabisAdvocacy #MentalHealth #QueerVoices #ThisIsJaneProject

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TimeStamps:

00:00 Introduction and Content Warning

00:41 Meet Special Guest

01:40 Shannon's Personal Journey

03:43 The Impact of Trauma and Cannabis

06:14 Changing Perceptions of Cannabis

15:34 The Birth of This Is Jane Project

24:10 Programs and Future Plans of TIJP

34:34 Challenges Faced by Cannabis Patients

37:22 Cannabis Education and Advocacy

38:26 Cannabis Consumption

41:29 Coming Out Stories

50:02 Advice for Trauma Survivors

56:08 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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