The Public Side of Parenting and Plant Medicine

Getting Personal with Plant Medicine

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Episode Summary:

In this deeply personal episode, I have an insightful conversation with Laura Beohner, the co-founder of The Healing Rose, a CBD company. We dive into her journey of normalizing cannabis use in various aspects of her life, from working with children to being a parent.

Laura shares her experiences of breaking the stigma around cannabis and proving that one can be productive, work with children, and run a business promoting plant medicine. We also discuss the challenges of teaching children about respecting plants and their boundaries and the importance of pushing past personal barriers to embrace authenticity within the cannabis industry. Join us as we explore plant medicine beyond THC and CBD and how Laura integrates her passion for cannabis into her life and starts conversations in unlikely spaces. Don't forget to use the discount code "plant pod" at metrigaya.com for 10% off your next purchase.

Chapters:

(0:00:24) - Normalizing Cannabis in Unexpected Spaces

(0:07:37) - Normalizing Cannabis Use in the Home

(0:13:36) - Navigating the Cannabis Closet

(0:20:04) - Freedom of Not Caring

(0:28:36) - Exploring Plant Medicine

Chapter Summaries:

(0:00:24) - Normalizing Cannabis in Unexpected Spaces (7 Minutes)

In this episode, we dive into a personal conversation with Laura Beohner, the co-founder of The Healing Rose, a CBD company. Laura shares her experiences working with children, young folks, and their parents while being transparent about her involvement with cannabis. She discusses her journey in normalizing cannabis, breaking through the stigma, and proving that one can be productive, work with children, and run a business that promotes plant medicine. Laura also talks about integrating her passion for cannabis into her life and starting conversations in unlikely spaces due to her background.

(0:07:37) - Normalizing Cannabis Use in the Home (6 Minutes)

We discuss how being a successful cannabis user and parent can break stereotypes and lead by example. Laura Beohner, a co-founder of The Healing Rose, opens up about her experience with cannabis use during her pregnancy and as a parent. She shares the support she has received from her family and the importance of normalizing cannabis use as a medicine. Laura also emphasizes the need for open conversations about cannabis with her children as they grow up, teaching them about various plants, including cannabis, and their medicinal properties.

(0:13:36) - Navigating the Cannabis Closet (6 Minutes)

We explore the challenges of explaining the concept of plants, especially cannabis, to young children. The conversation touches on the importance of teaching children to respect plants and understand their boundaries while allowing them to explore and appreciate nature. We also discuss the benefits of showing kids where cannabis is grown and the potential opportunities to visit hemp farms. Additionally, we address the struggle of being half in and out of the "plant closet," sharing advice for those not fully open about their involvement with cannabis.

(0:20:04) - Freedom of Not Caring (9 Minutes)

We delve into overcoming the fear of judgment and embracing authenticity within the cannabis industry. Discussions revolve around the importance of pushing past personal barriers and being true to oneself to succeed in this competitive field. The conversation also touches on the issue of parents facing legal consequences for using cannabis and the potentially catastrophic effects of Child Protective Services intervening. Despite law changes, the fear of consequences remains, and the need to break the stigma and change the narrative around cannabis use is emphasized.

(0:28:36) - Exploring Plant Medicine (1 Minute)

We explore the importance of understanding that cannabis is more than just THC and CBD and encourage listeners to educate themselves on other cannabinoids such as CBG, CBN, and THCV. Laura Beener, the co-founder of The Healing Rose, shares information on where to find their products and connects with her on social media. Don't forget to use the discount code "plant pod" at mitrigaia.com for 10% off your next purchase.

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This episode is sponsored by Mitragaia.com, a leading online kratom supplier. Use code Plantpod for 10% your next purchase. Edited and produced by Your Highness Media.