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    2 years ago

    Just before you discard cannabis, are you aware there are a plethora of breeds, including distinct species, and their chemistry is quite detailed.

    Reason I mention it, the stereotypical stoner behaviour…

    • Stupid
    • Slow
    • Lazy

    …are most commonly associated with the Indica species, and indica-dominant hybrids. And especially, are associated with plants which have been grown for profit (ie. quantity over quality).

    Whereas a carefully grown Sativa species, or Sativa-dominant hybrid, can be extremely cerebral and stimulating. More typically associated with:

    • Motivation
    • Joy, happiness
    • Creativity

    [And at very high doses

    • Psychedelic
    • Sometimes paranoia (usually considered a negative side effect)]

    Even a carefully grown Indica can have quite different net effects from some horribly commericalised grown indica.

    To say nothing of the different bio-chemistry of varying methods of administration [stereotypical effects are associated with smoking (often with tobacco), whereas there are multiple oral routes (oils, foods, tinctures) and vaporizing etc].

    Cannabis may simply not be for you, but I mention it’s versatility and complexity since unfortunately this information is not as common knowledge as it should be imo.