Hi Friend,

Here's the end of spring and early summer literally knocking down our doors like the Kool-Aid man. I mean, it came out of nowhere. June gives: "I don't know her..." vibes. It's the iconic everlasting sunshine, the beginning of mango season, (my favorite), and the feeling of solo joints while rollerblading at your local abandoned basketball court. If June was a smoothie out of boujee market, it would probably be called the renewal with a serotonin shot. It's just like peak "Take Care of Yourself Season".

Our monthly themes aim to be in conversation with our community and where we are being called to send our collective awareness. Rest is one that has been calling on me for a while now. I have been so inspired by how you all are finding ways to sustainably do this community work by honoring yourself and in turn, taking care of the people you care about most. That’s what I hope to remember moving forward.

At Highlites, we focus on the intersection between personal wellness and cannabis. So yes, that includes our mental wellness. I'd be lying to you if I didn't say I wasn't burnt the hell out right now. I need this break, and I believe that you do too.

Maybe you're like I was and use seshes right? You know, as a “cheap vacation” Frank Ocean once lovingly sang. We are out here navigating life during a pandemic, starting new jobs, and maybe even questioning our place in this world. It can be hard to put all of that pressure on ourselves, and especially our weed stash.

In an effort to center rest and create a more genuine experience within the Highlites community, you might notice a few shifts around here starting this month. You’ll see below some changes to our schedule, including a Tarot Flow on Sundays, Morning Meddy IG Live on Wednesdays, and Thursdays will serve as a gentle reminder to rest or do something kind for yourself. I know we all have different access and relationships with rest. So, maybe this month is just about getting curious as to what that looks like for you.

As always, thank you for being here. If you’re called to, please share this newsletter/podcast with a friend that might miss hearing from Highlites on the gram.

Tata 4 now,

Danielle Olivarez, founder of Highlites

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May’s Class Schedule in the Stoner Oasis

Weekly Round-Up of All Things Highlites

* Tarot Flow Sessions: Yoga + Tarot on Sundays 9am PT/ 12pm ET with Brown Girl's Smoke Cohost & Highlites Teacher Carmen Rodriguez! The weekend sesh we’ve all been dreaming about 💭

* I'M COMING TO NYC!!! The week of June 14th, reply to this email with where we should host a Highlites pop up ;)

* Turning back to my roots by hosting Morning Meddy via IG Live on Wednesdays. I know, I know I said I was taking a break from IG pero I love connecting with new peeps that are still learning about Highlites & it’s low pressure way to show up. No camera or log-in required, just vibes.

* June’s Community Theme is REST. So, you may notice us a little quieter on socials and taking a day off on Thursdays. A gentle nudge to encourage yourself to find rest, like for real, if and when you can.

Ummm, have you listend to this 🔥 Smoke Break Playlist yet?

Via: #SmkBrkPlaylist: A sing-a-long + shake-you-ass solo or with friends mix inspired by the electronica/dance club + basement house party culture that the LGBTQ+ community paved the way for! It’s time for a smoke break. —Curated by Samantha Martins (@lovemusicyoga) for Highlites Oasis 💚

ICYMI

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