Rappers would have you believe that money and weed go hand-in-hand 💸 But you can’t rhyme to save your life! Now What?

As cannabis sheds its historical stigma and finds a place in mainstream society, many are embracing its recreational and medicinal benefits. However, like any habit, it comes with a cost. If you find yourself taking your date on a trip to McDonalds 🤡 yet smoking the best kief this realm can offer, this segment is for you!

Let's delve into the financial aspects of maintaining a cannabis habit, breaking down the potential expenses involved:

For the Purists: The Financials of Flower 🌼🌼

The dried bud or flower remains a popular choice for many cannabis enthusiasts. After all, there is no reason to reinvent the wheel (unless you work in Silicon Valley)! The cost can fluctuate based on various factors including the quality, THC levels, and the region you are purchasing it in. On average, you might find yourself spending:

• Decent Quality: Expect to pay between $5-15 per gram.

• Top Shelf, High THC Strains: These can cost you between $15-25 per gram.

• Bulk Purchases: Regular users buying an ounce at a time might spend anywhere from $100-$400 per ounce. Considering an average consumption of 1g per day, the annual expense would range from $1,825 to $7,300.

Cartridges: The Modern Solution 🏙️

Carts offer a convenient and discreet method to consume cannabis oils. Depending on where you live, this may be the only way you can get your fix! Recently, we wrote an article on carts that you can read here. The costs associated with carts can be broken down as follows:

Cartridges: A 0.5g cartridge generally costs between $25-$60. Assuming an average use of 1g per week, the yearly expenditure would be in the range of $1,300-$3,120.

A top-shelf cartridge will likely run you back around $80-$120. If you are picky cannabis vape enthusiast, this could set you back $4160-$6240 yearly.

To the Munches: Edibles 🍪

Admittedly, edibles are not for feint of heart! Given the countless horror stories you can find online about people having horrendous trips on an E! However, if you know what you are doing, it may be a preferred experience just on the sheer merit of having an extended high. Edibles come in a variety of potencies and prices. Here is what you might expect to pay:

Single Dose Edibles: Containing 5-10mg of THC, these can cost between $5-$15 each. Consuming one per day would translate to an annual spend of $1,825-$5,475.

Concentrate, Concentrate, CONCENTRATE 🤯!

For those prefer talking to God, concentrates like shatter, wax, and hash are available. A gram of concentrate can cost between $25-$60, potentially lasting a week for moderate users. This brings the yearly total to a range of $1,300-$3,120.

Put that in your pipe and SMOKE IT!

Combining different products, a moderate daily cannabis user might find themselves spending between $5,000 and $10,000 annually. It's essential to budget wisely to enjoy the benefits of cannabis without straining your finances.

Cannabis, like any other hobby or habit, comes with its own set of expenses. Being aware of the potential costs and budgeting accordingly can help you enjoy the benefits responsibly. Remember, prices can be significantly higher in regions where cannabis remains prohibited, so always purchase responsibly and within the legal boundaries.

[POV] Smoking Weed Gave Me My First Great Mushroom Trip

The following is a testimonial of an anonymous colleague who had recently tripped on mushrooms in combination with cannabis use. This following segment is their perspective. As always, our newsletter does not seek to inform real-life decision making, and readers should always refer to medical and legal professionals in their jurisdiction before making any decisions.

In addition to being a cannabis enthusiast, I am a psychonaut.

Before my last trip, I never had truly meaningful mushroom experience. It didn’t matter the dosage or the setting — for that matter. The effect of psychedelic mushrooms had been effectively the same as a light upper. I felt as if I was spinning my wheels while my friends were having the most interesting, transformative experiences next to me. I had big-time FOMO, and I start to think maybe I was just innately resistant to having a good time.

To some extent, it even felt like I was wasting my money — that I would’ve been better off buying an abstract book or a ticket to some sort of eye-catching art exhibit. Perhaps I shouldn’t have met with the wizard-like hippy I bought them from in the dead of night and have instead gotten 8 hours of sleep.

Time-after-time, it wasn’t doing much for me.

This was until I recently started mixing cannabis use into my psychedelic repertoire. It was like I was putting on my psychedelic glasses on for the first time…

You see, I am a clinical rationalist. I couldn’t turn it off if I tried...

• Astrology makes me uncomfortable.

• Yoga instructors make me laugh with their new-age spirituality.

• Conspiracy theories bore me.

• I zoom right past the essential oils section at Whole Foods.

• I became a professional scientist. We’re not exactly known for our fluid patterns of thought.

• More importantly, I am affected by the autism spectrum. While it affects everyone on it differently, it deeply stunts my ability to transport myself to a state of magical thinking.

Basically, my mind is a rationality prison.

Cannabis Freed Me From Myself 🙏

My last trip was an incredible experience. I felt as if I was interpreting the mathematics of the universe, flying through perfect geometry and numerical equalities like a blending of Neo from The Matrix, Albert Einstein and Dr. Strange.

I felt beyond the pale. I felt irrational. And that was something beautiful.

Without the high of cannabis lifting my logical inhibitions, I would have never seen the music — so to speak 🤣🤣. It gave me a sense of wonder in my experience, untainted by my rigid cognition. My FOMO was cured, which TikTok would have you believe is worse than cancer.

High History - Benjamins Edition 💸💸

Benjamin Franklin, The Sage with a Pen and a Pipe?

In this edition of High History, we're taking a financial turn, spotlighting a figure who not only graces the $100 bill but also had a penchant for exploring the finer things in life, including the world of hemp. Yes, we're talking about the one and only Benjamin Franklin!

The Hemp Advocate 🌿

Long before it was cool, Benjamin Franklin was a vocal advocate for hemp. In the 18th century, hemp was a vital crop, used in making paper, textiles, and rope. Franklin saw the economic potential of hemp, encouraging farmers to cultivate it to boost the young nation's economy and independence.

The Printer and the Paper 💰

Franklin was not just a statesman; he was also a printer by trade. He owned a paper mill that used hemp as a primary resource. It is said that some of the earliest American texts, including copies of the Declaration of Independence, were printed on hemp paper. Talk about high history meeting high finance!

A Man of Leisure and Letters 🖋️

While there are no direct records of Franklin indulging in smoking cannabis recreationally, he was known to enjoy a variety of leisure activities, including the use of laudanum, a substance containing opium, for medicinal purposes. Franklin was a man of letters and leisure, a connoisseur of the fine arts, and a seeker of pleasure in all its forms.

The Visionary 💫

Franklin was a visionary, seeing the potential in many things before others did. His advocacy for hemp showcases his forward-thinking approach, recognizing the plant's economic potential and its role in crafting a self-sufficient nation. It's no wonder that this visionary thinker finds himself on the $100 bill, a symbol of financial stability and strength.