Medical Cannabis with Ingrid Chapman

We finally dive into the topic of medical cannabis, with cannabis coach Ingrid Chapman, a plant with an undeserved sordid history. We attempt to cut through the noise of the rhetoric to access the ancient healing nature of this now nearly ubiquitous medicine.

Referenced in the Show

• Cannabis Coaching Institute

• Endocannabinoid System

• Entheogens

• “Plants of the Gods” picture book of sacred plants

• Becca Williams, Emotional Liberation 

• A Brief History of the Drug War

• MAPS program

• Cannabis prohibition and race

• Ingrid’s website

Ingrid’s Bio

I’m Ingrid.  In 2014, I received my health coach certification from the Institute of Integrative Nutrition.  The training was a broad based nutritional health curriculum, but I felt there was a piece missing in the health puzzle.

While at a workshop in Colorado in 2015, I made my first visit to a cannabis dispensary. I was overwhelmed by the variety of options available. I left full of curiosity and confusion and began my cannabis exploration. As I look back on that experience, I realize how difficult it must be for medical patients, often already dealing with life altering health issues, to sift through such options without educated help.

In my search for understanding, I participated in a 4 day intensive cannabis training as well as completing online trainings for cannabis health coaching. I am passionate about learning all I can about this plant and how it can be used to treat various illnesses and symptoms, as well as provide balance and everyday wellness. With this knowledge, I can empower my clients to begin their healing journey with cannabis.

As more and more states have legalized cannabis, both medically and recreationally, I see the importance of educating people on how to use it for their best health.  With the use of medical cannabis, you can become your own healer.