More than ever, folks are adapting to the telecommuting life that I’ve enjoyed for the last few years. But while working from home is amazing for a lot of reasons, it’s also sometimes impossible to 1) actually work and 2) want to work when the nagging presence of TV, animals, offspring, chores, and an entire kitchen of food is calling out to you. Not to mention the option of getting high, all day, every day.
The commonly held belief that weed users are lazy, worthless, unbothered pieces of shit who only want to watch TV and eat copious amounts of salty snacks is… okay, sometimes accurate. If you continually blast yourself with heavy indica strains and unmarked edibles, or just generally overuse cannabis, there’s a good chance you might become sluggish, lazy, stupid, and unconcerned. But more often than not, long-time pot users (like myself) use the uplifting herb to benefit their workflow, creativity, and/or physical fitness.
However, not all cannabis is the same, and every person’s endocannabinoid system is different—so mastering the art of being productive and creative while using cannabis is all about dosage, choosing the right strain, method of use, and knowing your own level of tolerance. Getting to know yourself that well can take years. Setting intentions before you use cannabis for productivity is key. So if you’re just starting, avoid heavy indicas and go for sativas and hybrids instead. And give these strains a try: Lemon Sour Haze, Sour Diesel, Jilly Bean, Durban Poison, and Green Crack. As someone who’s been smoking to help with productivity for nearly a decade, here are a few pro tips for getting shit done while stoned.
