In this episode of the CURED Collective Podcast, we discuss the history and use of cannabis. Despite its current stigma, the origins of cannabis date back thousands of years. In fact, it was used for its therapeutic and spiritual benefits by dozens of cultures. Yet, in the 1900s, something shifted.

The narrative given by mainstream media was one of fear, danger, and vilification. The medicinal potential was lost, and marijuana soon became media’s “gateway drug.” Today, Joe juxtaposes the use of cannabis with the use of alcohol and asks, “Why is one considered a poison, while the other is considered a social norm?”

He shares experiences with witnessing family members die from the effects of chronic alcoholism, and the impact alcohol has had on his own life. At CURED, the mission is not one of escapism; shifting the narrative around cannabis does not mean normalizing “getting high.”

Instead, we believe in the therapeutic benefits of ingesting low doses of THC (also known as a microdose) to provide relief, relaxation, and even creativity. This is not about tapping out of life, but instead tuning into ourselves, our bodies, and our potential. At the end of the episode, Joe answers listener questions about forms of cannabis consumption, modes of delivery, and various strains of cannabis.

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“Let’s open up the conversation, make it normalized, and create a difference for our future generations. That’s where I believe the truth about cannabis lives.” – Joseph Sheehey

Key Highlights

• Why cannabis needs a social and cultural rebrand;
• Whether cannabis is a gateway drug, or if it’s a matter of the consumers’ intentions;
• What to garner from the history of cannabis, and how to compare this to its future;
• How to benefit from low does of THC, and why this is markedly different from alcohol;
• Why microdosing can be a conduit for greater presence.

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