It’s sort describing PTSD to those who haven’t experienced it.
I’m sort of able to articulate what the symptoms can be like.
And I’m sort of able to point out certain triggers. But just like the combat that gave me the PTSD, it’s just impossible to understand unless you’ve been there. Thankfully, I found help with a group of people who are also dealing with PTSD they brought home from fighting overseas. This group of people also introduced me to medical marijuana. Prior to joining this PTSD support group, I’d never used any sort of cannabis products before in my life. Actually, I sort of looked down on those who chose to use cannabis products. I thought it was simply a way to be actively lazy. Little did I know back then that medical marijuana would be such a help for me in finding a new normal in life outside of the military. With cannabis flower products, I’m able to find some peace inside my head. There is a sense that I’m safe and that there is hope for the future. This was clearly not the case when I first came home. I just felt so panicked and scared all the time. This led to a lot of drinking and isolation with very little sleep. The medical marijuana products are a big help when it comes to sleep. I’m not so on edge and afraid of sleeping and dreaming about all the trauma I suffered and witnessed during combat. That hopefulness is why I’ve become such a medical marijuana advocate. It’s helped me with my PTSD and my recovery. I’m certain that medical marijuana products will continue to help other as well.