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Entheogenic use of cannabis

Okay kiddo, today I'm going to tell you all about the entheogenic use of cannabis.

First off, let's break down what "entheogenic" means. It's a big word that describes how certain things can affect your mind and body in spiritual or mystical ways. Some people use things like plants, mushrooms or cacti to help them feel closer to a higher power, understand themselves better or have some kind of special experience.

Cannabis is a plant that some people use for this purpose. They might light it up and inhale the smoke or eat it in some kind of yummy treat. When they do, they might feel different than they normally do. They might feel more relaxed, happy, creative, or even have a sense of connection to something greater than themselves.

It's kind of like when you go on a really big rollercoaster and you feel a thrill and excitement that you don't feel in your everyday life. It's a little bit like that, but on a more spiritual level.

Of course, not everyone who uses cannabis does it for the entheogenic effects. Some people use it for medical reasons, like to help with pain or anxiety, and some people use it just because they like how it makes them feel.

It's important to remember that not everyone can use cannabis, and that it's not legal everywhere. And even if it is legal where you live, you should never use it unless you're an adult and have permission from a doctor or parent.

So there you have it, kiddo. The entheogenic use of cannabis is a way that some people can have a spiritual or mystical experience using plants. But it's not for everyone, and you should always make sure you're being safe and responsible.