Photos Courtesy of the Author According to Gnosticism, the ego is the divine spark within. But it’s challenging to recognize your worth when the impact of cannabis’ projected $53.5 billion industry isn’t seen in your community. My experience at the…
Photos Courtesy of Author Grief is a profound emotion that touches everyone at some point in their lives. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, a pet, or even a significant life change, navigating the complex waves of grief…
Art Courtesy of Casey Renteria On December 8th, 2023, my son almost quit breathing. My baby boy nearly died that night. I was just minutes away from experiencing what is every parent’s worst nightmare. There has never been a more…
Photo Credit to @therealpotparazzi Empowerment was definitely the operative word when it came to the 2nd Annual Women’s Canna Awards. The energy in the air when you gather a group of strong women together is undeniable. And acting as the…
Photos Courtesy of Author In 2008, I was shot eight times. I was on the illegal side of the drug market; incarcerated and wrongfully accused of drug crimes. I reflect with a mix of humility and determination as a man…
Photos Courtesy of Johnny Broadcast Human’s ability to heal themselves is a question of great debate. For the past 100 years, Western medicine has insisted that people fall prey to the ravages of disease, and only pharmaceuticals can heal us….
Art Courtesy of Casey Renteria This is part one of a four-part series; read part two, three, and four here. I began consuming cannabis at a pretty young age; when I was 14 and in Junior High. Of course, I…
Photos Courtesy of Author As rapidly as we’ve watched cannabis legalization unfold, the health and wellness industry has dramatically transformed its focus around the plant. From hemp-derived CBD to help with sleep disorders, or THC-isolated products promoting higher energy, the…
Photos Courtesy of Author My name is Adam Beltran and at the age of 30, I had an intracerebral hemorrhage due to an arteriovenous malformation. To put it simply, I experienced a stroke. It is common to overlook the importance…
Art Courtesy of Author It was my pleasure to sit down and talk with the Founder of the Institute of Cannabis Science Jeff Rawson. I’m a bit of a science junky myself so I was thrilled to hear Jeff’s thoughts…
Photos Courtesy of Author In the mystical enclave of Laytonville, at the enchanting Area 101, something extraordinary unfolded—a celebration, a reflection, and a promise for the future. The 20th Anniversary of the legendary Emerald Cup transcended the realms of mere…
Photos Courtesy of David Painter As I work in my flower room today, I feel reflective. Maybe Radiohead has something to do with it. “Everything in Its Right Place” from Kid A can be faintly heard from the sidewalk, quickly…
