WHAT CANNABIS STRAINS ARE THE BEST LAUGHTER MEDICINE
In these uncertain times, everyone is seeking ways to adjust and find balance—what better way than with laughter, truly the oldest and best medicine.
Studies have proven that laughter is a very powerful stress reliever—plus we all love a good belly laugh—so we have come up some ways to incorporate delightful, much-needed giggles into your day. You can go the extra mile by teaming these fun occasions with cannabis pairings that guarantee a great time. Find some solid recommendations (and high-larious weed memes) below.
Play your favorite funny movie + let the good times roll.
Re-watching your favorite comedy is one of the easiest ways to add a little laughter to your day, whether you love the goofiness of Will Ferrell and Vince Vaughn in Old School, the classic comedic pairing of John Belushi and Dan Ackroyd in The Blues Brothers, or the spot-on deliveries of Tina Fey and Amy Poehler in Mean Girls. Don't have time for a feature film? The Office never gets old.
Choice cannabis pairings:
Deli Twists Sour Diesel x Lemon Kush pre-roll. Get the laughter going with this substantially packed pre-roll with 19.15% THC and a lemon incense aroma.
Caliva Alien OG. With pine tones and an earthy spiciness, this indica flower promises chill vibes with an extra dose of chuckles.
Big Pete's Treats - Peanut Butter Sativa. With six milligrams of sativa in each cookie, there's no way you'll miss the popcorn. Yum!
Lighten up and loosen your muscles with laughter yoga.
Many of us are taking advantage of the explosion of online yoga classes since traditional studios have closed during shelter-in-place. Even from home, we can all get the major health benefits of yoga, including body toning, posture correcting, and stress relief.
But what if there was a way to combine the powerful mind, body, and spirit connection of yoga with the fun, healing power of laughter? Guess what? Laughter yoga is a thing! You can take laughter yoga classes online to lift your mood, or you could just incorporate a little silliness into your usual flow with one of the cannabis recommendations below.
Choice cannabis pairings:
Dosist Dose Dial - Bliss. With 3.7mg THC per dose, this perfectly dosed tablet will add a little playfulness to your practice and keep your muscles relaxed.
Yoga and laughter are some of the best methods to relieve stress—give yourself an extra immune boost by pairing it with this peppermint tea, which has a 1:2 ratio of CBD to THC guarantees a more positive, enjoyable practice.Wyld Gummies Huckleberry. With 10mg THC each, these yummy gummies are easy to pop in your mouth before starting your yoga session and they'll bring some extra delight and happiness to your poses.
Have a giggle fest with friends.
Humans are social creatures—we crave the company of friends and family, especially if we're having a tough day. (And most days feel tough lately, are we right?) Consider gathering your squad for a fun outdoor hike, grab takeout for a socially distanced picnic in the park, or set up a Zoom or Houseparty happy hour. Not only is this a great way to feel more connected, it is a recipe for definite belly laughs, especially with a little cannabis in the mix.
Choice cannabis pairings:
Fun Uncle Don Zkittlez. Relaxing yet high energy with 23.9% THC, this is the perfect flower for a fun time with friends.
Cann Social Tonic. Drop the White Claw and grab a Cann, an adorably packaged flavored bubbly water with 2mg THC and 4mg CBD to get you laughing out loud.
Legion of Bloom Pax Pod Vape Grapefruit OG. This hybrid cartridge with notes of grapefruit, citrus, and earth is an easy way to keep the laughs coming and it travels well if you decide to make a day out of it.
Reminisce over old pictures and videos.
In our digitally connected world, it's so easy to share a funny meme on social media. But what about going back and looking at your own photos and videos? Seriously, just try not to laugh as you look back through your life (and those haircuts!) with your friends, family, and pets. Be sure to start a thread with your loved ones to get them in on the fun, and enhance your trip down memory lane with some laughter-inducing products.
Choice cannabis pairings:
Deli Nickels Mango Gummy Rounds. With 5mg of THC per hybrid gummy, these are a discreet way to add extra chuckles to your nostalgic journey.
AbsoluetXtracts Lagunitas Hi-Fi Hops -THC. From popular Lagunitas Brewing Company comes this refreshing, IPA-inspired beverage that swaps the booze for a 10mg dose of THC—no alcohol, no calories, no carbs.
Level Protab - Sativa. These tablets are super easy to pop in your mouth and find your happy. With 25mg of THC per dose, note that they are extra strength and fast-acting!
