The benefits of meditation are endless. Benefits of a consistent daily mediation practice includes reducing stress, controlling anxiety, improves sleep and more. Cannabis also has overlapping benefits of meditation including reducing stress, easing anxiety and improving focus.   Knowing that there are overlapping benefits, naturally us cannabis lovers would find a way to mix the two to create a truly enlightening experience. High meditation is one of my favorite activities because it allows me to really sink into the present moment and feel the internal vibrations.    If you’ve been considering starting a meditation practice and want to mindfully add cannabis, this episode of High on Self Care is absolutely for you!   Get the show notes and more info here: MaryZeal.com/29   Want this podcast emailed to you every week? Sign up here. Ready to create more time & energy for the things you love? Check this out Free Ultimate Guide for Stoners: How to Have a Productive Morning New to cannabis? Download my Beginner to Bud-Boss: Cannabis 101 free guide!   Let's Connect: MaryZeal.com IG @StacyZeal Weekly Newsletter   Music Produced by LgTheProducer & PJ Tabron

1 in 10 women experience this disease in their lifetime yet there are so few options to help women navigate it. Our guest this week joins us to share her story about how cannabis helps her manage the painful endometriosis and gives us some great info about how we can also use the plant to navigate reproductive issues.  Ellen Scanlon is the co-founder of wildly popular 'How to Do the Pot', which is an audio-first education platform demystifying cannabis for those who are curious to learn more. She joins us today to share her story about why cannabis has been so impactful in her life and how other women can add weed to their daily routine to navigate pain from reproductive issues.  Get the show notes and more info here: MaryZeal.com/30 Ways to Support High on Self Care: Buy Me Coffee Shop Mary Zeal’s Favorite Things Free Cannabis Wellness Resources   Music Produced by LgTheProducer

Lemon Haze, Tangie, Blue Dream, OH MY! With so many options on the market, how do you know what to choose to get the best results for your needs? After listening to this episode of High on Self Care you’ll know exactly how to select the best cannabis strains to buy for your needs. Get the show notes and more info here: MaryZeal.com/31 Ways to Support High on Self Care: Buy Me a Joint Shop Mary Zeal’s Favorite Things Free Cannabis Wellness Resources   Music Produced by LgTheProducer

Ever wish you had more energy to do the things you love? We all do!   I remember waking up every day feeling super exhausted from a little-night’s rest having to muster up the energy not only to get out of bed but to show up for work and do my job well. It doesn’t stop with sleep, our energy is so precious and easily drained so we must take steps to actively protect it.  Get the show notes and more info here: MaryZeal.com/21  Want this podcast emailed to you every week? Sign up here.  Ready to create more time & energy for the things you love? Check this out   Free Ultimate Guide for Stoners: How to Have a Productive Morning  QUIZ! Which 420-Friendly Self-Care Do You Need Right Now? MaryZeal.com/Quiz  New to cannabis? Download my Beginner to Bud-Boss: Cannabis 101 free guide!    Let's Connect:  MaryZeal.com  IG @StacyZeal  Weekly Newsletter     Music Produced by LgTheProducer & PJ Tabron

In this episode of High on Self Care, you'll learn: Why a morning routine is important for self-careHow our habits affect our self-care4 Easy Steps to Creating a Morning RoutineActivities that you can use with cannabis in your morning routineMy Current Morning Routine: weed, meditation, yoga, and journaling. Ready to create your own morning routine? Get my free morning routine checklist to get started!  More Ways to Connect: New to cannabis? Want to learn more about how weed interacts with your system? Download our FREE GUIDE at MaryZeal.comTake my free self-care quiz to get 420 friendly self-care ideas for your personality MaryZeal.com/Quiz

Today, CBD is everywhere! You’ll see it everywhere from 7-11 to your favorite online stores but how do you know what products are high quality vs. just hype?    I’ve recently started taking CBD gummies to help me sleep and find it very effective so I had to bring on an expert to dive deep on CBD and some other cannabinoids that are lesser-known yet super effective. This week’s guest on High on Self Care Victor Melgar is the founder of Nala Health, a company dedicated to the study of cannabinoid therapy and health & recovery.   Get the show notes and more info here: MaryZeal.com/32   Ways to Support High on Self Care: Buy Me a Joint Shop Mary Zeal’s Favorite Things Free Cannabis Wellness Resources   Music Produced by LgTheProducer

Get the show notes and more info here: MaryZeal.com/44 Ways to Support High on Self Care: Buy Me a Joint Shop Mary Zeal’s Favorite CBD Products Free Cannabis Wellness Resources   Music Produced by LgTheProducer Light your jay and enjoy this ‘coast to coast’ chat with me and my best friend Jen, a nurse, a mom, and a fellow cannabis advocate and educator. Listen to us share memories, products and a few gems on making friends as adults. In this episode, you’ll learn: Places you can legally smoke and gather outdoors, Nuwu Dispensary in Las VegasHow hard making friends is as an adultTo let go from comparing old friends to new friendsThrough the process of having too many friends we grow to push out negative people around us. How to grow new friendships into your life.How to pour into yourself and share your excess innately How using cannabis benefits your body differently than standard oral medicine    3 Key Takeaways: Define connections with peopleThe difference between giving and sharingPracticing self care includes your friendships as adults

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Get the show notes and more info here: MaryZeal.com/42 Ways to Support High on Self Care: Buy Me a Joint Shop Mary Zeal’s Favorite CBD Products Free Cannabis Wellness Resources Music Produced by LgTheProducer  Description: Passionate about helping others live an elevated life, Alyssa Magulick of QSciences, whose epiphany around the stigma of cannabis usage & how she overcame her own guilt, led her to stand in her own truth and have a conversation with someone who isn’t into /agree with plant medicine. Alyssa is an advocate of creating YOUR journey and no one else’s.    In this episode, you’ll learn: Signs that you know when to pivot for your selfcareWays to define /address internal guilt around cannabisWays to deal with people who disagree with your lifestyle and entrepreneurial business in cannabis. The power of yoga practice as a part of your cannabis self care.The dynamic consumer options with cannabis What QSciences is and what their products do for people    3 Key Takeaways: When you’re in alignment [with your calling] even if it’s hard there’s some element of ease to it. In order to better, we need to be in the present momentStand in your truth; know who you are in regards to disagreeing with those who disapprove of using cannabis for medicine.

Get the show notes and more info here: MaryZeal.com/41 Ways to Support High on Self Care: Buy Me a Joint Shop Mary Zeal’s Favorite CBD Products Free Cannabis Wellness Resources Music Produced by LgTheProducer    I had a deep and inspiring chat with a licensed professional in the realm of medical cannabis. And... she just so happens to come from the same hood as me! Meet Ashley Wynn-Grimes BSN, RN is the Founder of Cannabis Nursing Solutions, LLC, advisor of Cannabis Nurses of Color, and author of children’s book “Asa’s Medicine.” Native to Baltimore, MD, Wynn-Grimes, a Black female entrepreneur and widely respected medical professional, Wynn-Grimes is dedicated to empowering patients and nursing professionals to make informed medical cannabis care choices with impactful educational medical programs that also serve to promote diverse representation and medical equality in cannabis.  In this episode, you’ll learn: What cannabinoids are and how it relates to the bodyThe endocannabinoid system how it works in the bodyDispensary tipsWhat the process is to get a medical card in MarylandWhat inspired Ashley’s children's book “Asa’s Medicine” Tips for parents / caregivers to communicate to kids about cannabis in a way they understandAdvice for nurses seeking to transition moving toward medical cannabis spaceThe importance of taking notes / keeping a journal of your experiences.    3 Key Takeaways: Medical professionals should talk about cannabis options with patients moreIf you’re going to use it, know what’s in it.Let your kids ask you questions; be honest with them.

Spending more time at home and seeking a more holistic vibe for your living space? Interior Designer Danni of Decohous by Danni chats with me about creating the ideal zen for our most treasured personal spaces. In this episode, you’ll learn: What a holistic home is and why it's importantHow to define your spaces mentally and emotionally Tips and tricks to help create impactful spaces using colorHow holistic design assess our self-careHow clutter transpires down to trauma that we haven’t dealt withHow living spaces are emotionally tiedSpecific tips for decluttering for a home of zenPlant tips for deeper energy in your homeInterior designing tips for cannabis meditation spaces 3 Key Takeaways: Have awareness to recognize where your energy is and make the shift to clear it.Each person’s journey is unique to themPlant Parenthood affects the level of energy and self-care in your space Get the show notes and more info here: MaryZeal.com/40 Ways to Support High on Self Care: Buy Me a Joint Shop Mary Zeal’s Favorite CBD Products Free Cannabis Wellness Resources Music Produced by LgTheProducer

Fear is one of those things we will always have to deal with, especially when we find ourselves at a crossroads when making a pivot. In this week's episode, I chat with Cannabis Wellness Coach, Founder of UR-Wellness and Got Terpenes & Co-Founder of Noded.info Nydia Zamorano-Torres. She is also a Kannabis Clergy Woman that gives us so many gems about overcoming fear, listening to our bodies, and tapping into our intuition. Her journey started in healthcare and transitioned to cannabis wellness. In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why fear is holding you back and how to overcome itHow to identify imbalances in your endocannabinoid systemHow to use cannabis to tap into your intuitionHow to use journaling for self-careWhy it is important to educate the next generation about cannabis wellness Ways to Support High on Self Care: Buy Me a Joint Shop Mary Zeal’s Favorite CBD Products Free Cannabis Wellness Resources Get the show notes and more info here: MaryZeal.com/39 Music Produced by LgTheProducer

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Have you ever considered that the way you approach nutrition can be the same way you approach self-care? After listening to this episode, the answer will for sure be YES!  In this episode of High on Self Care, I chatted with Nutrition Habits & Mindset Coach Shanique Allen about how we can heal our relationship with nutrition by examining our beliefs around food and adding a little joy to our meals. She gave us actionable tips on what we can do to break away from diet culture and shift to a nutrition mindset.   In this episode, you’ll learn: How our beliefs around food impact our nutrition and examples of those beliefs that keep us in a boxWhy & how nutrition is self-careWhy “good” vs. “bad” isn’t the best way to approach foodHow to cultivate a nutrition mindsetSimple ways you can fix your diet without actually going on one   Get the show notes and more info here: MaryZeal.com/37   Ways to Support High on Self Care: Buy Me a Joint Shop Mary Zeal’s Favorite CBD Products Free Cannabis Wellness Resources   Music Produced by LgTheProducer

Have you heard about the new canna-kid on the block Delta-8? If you’re looking for an alternative to THC and CBD that will give you relief without the high, then you’ll want to explore Delta-8.   On the podcast this week, we have two amazing guests Vaniece Carton and Marchelle Woolridge RN that not only give us the details on Delta-8 but also offer insightful perspectives on how they navigate the stigmas of cannabis when it comes to your faith.   In this episode, you’ll learn: What Delta 8 is & why it’s a great alternative for those looking to get the benefits of cannabis without the highHow cannabis helps with stress, anxiety and insomniaHow to navigate your faith with the stigmas of cannabisThe difference between hemp and cannabis productsWays for other women to get into the cannabis industry   Get the show notes and more info here: MaryZeal.com/36   Ways to Support High on Self Care: Buy Me a Joint Shop Mary Zeal’s Favorite CBD Products Free Cannabis Wellness Resources   Music Produced by LgTheProducer

We’ve all heard the quote “you can’t pour from an empty cup” yet 2 in 3 Americans don’t practice self-care daily. Why is that?   How is it that we know we show up better when we pour into ourselves first yet so many of us don’t take the time to even check in with ourselves? Regardless of being busy or overworked, we must find a way to feed ourselves every day even if it’s just a few, intentional minutes.    Because cannabis and self-care are a magical combo, this week I walk you through the other 4 ways to use cannabis & self-care to fill your cup.   In part 2, you’ll learn: Why a curious, stress-free mind is the best mindThe science of cannabis, sex & orgasmsBenefits of consistent meditationThe reason I started smoking weed in the first place   Get the show notes and more info here: MaryZeal.com/35   Ways to Support High on Self Care: Buy Me a Joint Shop Mary Zeal’s Favorite CBD Products Free Cannabis Wellness Resources   Music Produced by LgTheProducer

We’ve all heard the quote “you can’t pour from an empty cup” yet 2 in 3 Americans don’t practice self-care daily. Why is that?   How is it that we know we show up better when we pour into ourselves first yet so many of us don’t take the time to even check in with ourselves? Regardless of being busy or overworked, we must find a way to feed ourselves every day even if it’s just a few, intentional minutes.    Because cannabis and self-care are a magical combo, this week I walk you through 4 of 8 ways to use cannabis & self-care to fill your cup.   In this episode, you’ll learn: The benefits of combining cannabis & self-careThe first 4 powerful ways to use cannabis to fill into yourselfTips for a productive wake & bake to go with your morning routineResearch on cannabis & exercise   Get the show notes and more info here: MaryZeal.com/35   Ways to Support High on Self Care: Buy Me a Joint Shop Mary Zeal’s Favorite CBD Products Free Cannabis Wellness Resources   Music Produced by LgTheProducer

Have you ever found yourself stuck trying to make the so-called “right decision?” As a recovering perfectionist, I completely understand what it’s like to feel stuck because you’re so focused on making the right choice that you end up doing nothing.    Instead of focusing on making the right move vs. the wrong move, we should be focusing on how to make a decision that is aligned with what we want and moves us closer to where we want to go. I’ve made a lot of UNALIGNED decisions in my life and in this episode of High on Self Care, I share a bunch of those decisions with you and lessons learned so that you can better navigate the many choices we’ll have to make in this life.   Get the show notes and more info here: MaryZeal.com/34   Ways to Support High on Self Care: Buy Me a Joint Shop Mary Zeal’s Favorite CBD Products Free Cannabis Wellness Resources   Music Produced by LgTheProducer

Stress can literally kill you. According to research, 77% of the reasons people go to the doctor are stress-related. This week’s expert guest on High on Self Care is Michele Johnson aka The Pain Free PA and in this episode, she snatches all of our edges about why we need to indulge in self-care every day to manage our stress. She gives us a mix of research and personal stories that will leave you feeling guilt-free about prioritizing your needs.   We also talk about being multi-passionate entrepreneurs and how everything you are experiencing is leading you to your purpose. Light your joint and have a seat because you don’t want to miss this enlightening episode!   Get the show notes and more info here: MaryZeal.com/33   Ways to Support High on Self Care: Buy Me a Joint Shop Mary Zeal’s Favorite CBD Products Free Cannabis Wellness Resources   Music Produced by LgTheProducer

Today, CBD is everywhere! You’ll see it everywhere from 7-11 to your favorite online stores but how do you know what products are high quality vs. just hype?    I’ve recently started taking CBD gummies to help me sleep and find it very effective so I had to bring on an expert to dive deep on CBD and some other cannabinoids that are lesser-known yet super effective. This week’s guest on High on Self Care Victor Melgar is the founder of Nala Health, a company dedicated to the study of cannabinoid therapy and health & recovery.   Get the show notes and more info here: MaryZeal.com/32   Ways to Support High on Self Care: Buy Me a Joint Shop Mary Zeal’s Favorite Things Free Cannabis Wellness Resources   Music Produced by LgTheProducer