I have a chronic pain condition (endometriosis). I’ve had surgeries, done physical therapy, tried holistic solutions, started an anti inflammatory diet, and been prescribed countless medications (most of which narcotics).

A lot of flare ups last multiple days where I am unable to get out of bed. It’s an indescribable pain and the limited quality of life can make it depressing as fuck a lot of times.

Earlier on in my diagnosis, I was given opiates. They worked, but terrified me because I already recovered from addiction issues when I was younger.

I saw in the news that some women in Australia with endometriosis were fighting with the government over medical marijuana allowances, which started my studies.

It’s also supported in many of the medical journals that particular strains of full-spectrum cannabis have been proven successful in treating endometriosis pain.

At my dispensary, I’ve discovered a few (indica dominate) strains that have allowed me so much relief and more participation in daily life activities.

Do I enjoy being stoned? Sure. But the relief is why I love marijuana and have been so grateful for it recently.