CANNABIS
When I reflect back on raising my son, I realize that I intentionally stocked my parenting toolbox with some nifty gadgets and gizmos. In addition to having degrees in education and counseling, I embraced methods from parenting courses such as Love and Logic because… I like to love AND I like to be logical. Plus, their philosophy appeared to have the chill vibe I was looking for.
“Our children learn that the quality of their lives depends on the quality of their choices.”
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Parenting
Even though I aimed to provide loving and logical responses, I still could have used cannabis in my parenting toolbox to keep me from missing the mark as many times as I did. In the words of Alanis Morisette, “who would have thought to figure…” I’m not going to lie. Maintaining a loving and logical mindset twenty-fourseven isn’t humanly realistic. And since I’m being honest, I’ll admit to enjoying the occasional illogical decision because perfection really isn’t my style when it comes to relationships.
But, regardless of the enjoyment I get out of the periodic tiff, I know that I definitely would have utilized cannabis to enhance the days and nights of parenting. Looking back to all of the imaginative dragon rides, Lego towers, and McDonald’s PlayPlace climbing sessions, I sure could have used a handy cannabis device to relieve aches and pains in addition to boosting my creativity when needed. You might agree there are just some things over-thecounter meds and caffeine can’t deliver.
by Alesha Wilson, M. Ed.
Certified Cannabis Therapy Consultant
My son incorporated a lot of imagination into his play. As much as he loved a favorite character or superhero, he loved to modify their features and powers more. That’s probably the reason why he is such a natural DM (Dungeon Master in Dungeons and Dragons) with his friends. Had I been able to utilize the creative benefits of my favorite 5mg edible, I probably would have participated so much more in the adventures of playtime with no doubt about my ability to act responsibly. I did just fine as a mother, and have a terrific son to show for it, but it does make me wonder, what if.
(loveandlogic.com/) thechronicmagazine.com
JUNE 2022
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