The cannabis industry is booming in my state.
Recreational and medical marijuana was legalized for the first time last December.
Like the rest of the country, there has been a growing acceptance of marijuana in my local area. More and more people have reported successful treatment of a wide range of mental and physical ailments. From the nausea caused by cancer treatments to glaucoma, epilepsy, arthritis and PTSD, cannabis is proving effective. Our state government was under pressure to relax restrictions and allow access to this miraculous and natural remedy. It is truly ridiculous that it’s taken this long. Cannabis is simply a plant and in its purest form has been used in medical treatments for thousands of years. It is far less harmful than alcohol. It causes none of the harmful, long-term side-effects that are all too common with synthetic pharmaceuticals. No one has ever overdosed on cannabis. While there hasn’t been nearly enough testing to determine the full potential of THC and CBD, people are sharing their stories of recovery and relief. As someone who suffers from frequent migraines, social anxiety and insomnia, I was eager for access to cannabis. I was one of the first people to step through the doors of the local dispensary. I was amazed by the selection of loose flower, concentrates, shatter, tinctures, vapes and edibles. There are topicals, bath bombs, skin care products and even cooking ingredients. It’s a whole new world of possibility and my quality of life has significantly improved. Plus, the state is making a fortune off the tax revenue.