The Art of Showing Up: Authenticity in Cannabis and Life

In this episode, Monica and Brittany sit down with Elizabeth Sage, a certified Ganjier, community builder, and advocate for authenticity in the cannabis space. Elizabeth shares her journey from corporate life to cannabis education and discusses how stigma, misinformation, and the unique challenges faced by women in the industry drive her work. Together, they explore the power of community, the importance of authenticity, and the evolving narrative around cannabis use.

Themes Discussed:

• The journey to authenticity in cannabis advocacy.
• Cannabis education and the challenges of navigating stigma and misinformation.
• Women’s unique relationship with cannabis as caregivers and professionals.
• The role of community in breaking barriers and fostering education.
• Understanding cannabis products: distillate, live resin, rosin, and full-spectrum options.
• The overlap between neurodivergence and cannabis as a tool for mental health and healing.
• Practical advice for finding resources and starting your cannabis journey.

Timestamps & Key Moments:

• [00:00:03] Intro: Meet Monica, Brittany, and guest Elizabeth Sage.
• [00:01:10] Elizabeth’s background: From corporate life to certified Ganjier and community leader.
• [00:03:25] Immersive education: Elizabeth’s experiences in Northern California and legacy cannabis stories.
• [00:05:21] Building community: A subscription-based network of educators and advocates.
• [00:08:05] The power of showing up: Authenticity and meeting people where they are.
• [00:11:42] Cannabis and neurodivergence: A shared journey of healing and support.
• [00:19:09] Navigating misinformation: Tools for finding trustworthy cannabis resources.
• [00:21:43] Product education: The difference between distillate, live resin, and full-spectrum products.
• [00:26:11] Breaking stigma: The unique challenges faced by women and caregivers in cannabis.
• [00:27:51] Closing thoughts: The importance of harm reduction, choice, and community.

If any topic sparked your curiosity, let us know! We’d love to dive deeper in future episodes.

Where to find Monica -

Cali Sober Mom Youtube

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Where to find Britney:

Imperfect Inspiration Website

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