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Cannabis and Mindfulness: A Path to Intentional Healing
Dr. Paulette S. Smith, MS, LCSW-C Dr. Paulette S. Smith, MS, LCSW-C

Cannabis and Mindfulness: A Path to Intentional Healing

In a world full of noise—both internal and external—mindfulness offers a way to slow down, become present, and listen inward. When practiced with intention, cannabis can become a powerful partner in this journey.

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Your Body’s Built-In Balance Keeper: The Endocannabinoid System
Dr. Paulette S. Smith, MS, LCSW-C Dr. Paulette S. Smith, MS, LCSW-C

Your Body’s Built-In Balance Keeper: The Endocannabinoid System

What is the Endocannabinoid System (ECS)?

Your body has a built-in system that helps keep everything balanced—from your mood and sleep to your appetite and immune response. This system is called the Endocannabinoid System (ECS). Think of it as your body’s "regulator," constantly working behind the scenes to keep you feeling good and functioning at your best.

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Medical Cannabis vs. Recreational Cannabis: What’s the Difference?
Dr. Paulette S. Smith, MS, LCSW-C Dr. Paulette S. Smith, MS, LCSW-C

Medical Cannabis vs. Recreational Cannabis: What’s the Difference?

Cannabis has a long and complex history, once widely used for medicinal purposes in the 19th century before disappearing from the official U.S. Pharmacopoeia in the early 20th century (Pisanti & Bifulco, 2017). Today, cannabis has re-emerged with both medical and recreational markets, leading many to wonder: what’s the difference?

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