Cannabis Journaling
Exploring the World of Cannabis and Finding the Right Products for You
Keeping a cannabis journal is a great way to personally explore and keep track of how different strains, methods of consumption, and dosage amounts affect your unique biology. Individual strains and forms of cannabis impact each person in a variety of ways based on their specific biology. Trying to remember the best dosage, strain or type of cannabis can be confusing without a written record of the varieties and forms that you explore and their effect on you.
In addition, cannabis journals allow you to see patterns and develop connections over time by providing a reference not only of the details of each product, but how they affect you in relation to what is happening in your own life. By creating a written record of your cannabis use, you can work with Riverside Wellness Patient Care Advocates to find the optimum strains and forms of cannabis for you. Below are some ideas for how to keep a cannabis journal as you explore the world of cannabis and find the best products for your unique needs and lifestyle.
Select a Notebook or Journal: Creating your own journal will allow you to personalize & prioritize the notes that are important in your own unique cannabis journey. You can also find structured journals online to guide you as you record your observations and experiences.
Decide What to Track: Be sure to take both objective and subjective notes to assess the value of the experience as well as the factors that influenced and created it. Categories to consider when logging your usage include:
Strain
Cannabinoid Profile
Method of Consumption
Dosage/Potency
Producer
Onset of Action (How long did it take to start taking affect)
Length of Effect
Reason for Usage
Starting State of Mind
Effect
Surrounding Circumstances
Explore and Record: Cannabis comes in a variety of forms, including different methods of consumption, potency, cannabinoid profiles and more! While we cannot provide medical advice in our dispensary, we can guide you as you explore the variety of products available and which products best fits your needs and the recommendation of your medical doctor. As you delve into the variety of available products, use your tracking template to record individual experiences and how they fulfill your needs
Assess and Adjust: As you continue to log the details and experiences of various cannabis products, you will find the products that provide optimum benefits for your needs and lifestyle. In addition, your cannabis journal will allow you to explore patterns of usage and make informed decisions, such as ideal times to dose and the best products for each of the circumstances motivating your usage.