Intentional, Functional, Elevated.

The next time I’m asked to use one word to describe myself, it will be intentional.

I haven’t always lived that way, but life—and my body—made it a nonnegotiable. Between glaucoma, PCOS, and the collection of sub-diagnoses that come with living in a body that requires more care than most, maintaining the quality of life I deserve demands routine, discipline, and discernment.

Because I am not like most, I’ve elevated my lifestyle.

Part of that elevation includes having a medical marijuana card, which allows me to explore a range of products responsibly. I primarily consume edibles and, more recently, have developed a deep appreciation for topicals. Cannabis, when used intentionally, has become a powerful tool in managing symptoms that would otherwise hinder my productivity and presence.

Last year, I set out on a mission: to find the best combination of products that exemplify what it means to be a functional cannabis user.

I am tired of the stereotypes—the assumption that cannabis users are unmotivated, disengaged, or burned out. In reality, many of us are highly disciplined, deeply productive, and intentional about how we move through the world. I tested countless brands and dosages, fully aware that while cannabis offers incredible benefits, it also comes with drawbacks. I don’t enjoy the munchies. I don’t enjoy feeling zoned out. There is a time and place for escape—but I am no longer running from life. I have goals to accomplish.

Toward the end of last year, I read The Alchemist, which I highly recommend, and made a decision: it was time to follow the omens and live out my destiny with intention.

I celebrated my birthday in the Canary Islands, where one evening I performed a deep energetic cleanse—releasing old ties that no longer served me. It was liberating. Shortly after, a friend reached out unexpectedly about an opportunity he thought I should explore. I was intrigued, but skeptical. So I did what I always do: I researched. Extensively.

After thorough research and honest conversations, I agreed to explore new products. And then it happened: I found what I had been looking for.

Edibles designed with functionality in mind.

Focus. Energy. Relaxation. Sleep.

Every piece fit into a lifestyle built on intention.

Before I knew it, I had found options that offered the benefits I was seeking without the overwhelming effects—tools that made my elevated lifestyle feel intentional, not indulgent.

What mattered most was never a single brand. It was discovering that wellness can be personalized, disciplined, and aligned with the life I want to live.

I am following the omens, and I’m excited to see where they lead next.

I encourage everyone to dig deep, listen closely, and follow their true path—perhaps elevating the journey along the way. There is more than one path toward elevation. I did my research. I trust what I found. And I genuinely value the difference intentional choices have made in my life.

Intentional. Functional. Elevated.