Jonathan Here

Having spent 20 years in Spain as a single father to three children, I gained invaluable insights into parenting, especially regarding drugs and their impact on kids. A pivotal change in Spanish law had a transformative effect on school environments, drastically reducing drug presence in schools. One moment the issue loomed large, and just like that, the landscape shifted—an important story for another time. During my time in Spain, I became involved in ARSEC, an association dedicated to researching medical cannabis. A huge shout out to everyone involved—those were truly amazing times. Medically, cannabis has been a tremendous asset in my life. I have not encountered issues with addiction or negative side effects. My career as a professional lorry and bus driver allowed me to stop using cannabis seamlessly, experiencing no withdrawal symptoms. My driving history speaks for itself: tested multiple times, I have never received a positive result for alcohol or drugs. In stark contrast, I started smoking tobacco.at 12 and managed to quit at 45, overcoming the grips of a severe addiction after multiple attempts that nearly took a toll on my health.

My experiences extend to seven years in Brazil, where the cannabis laws underwent significant changes just last year. Witnessing various approaches in practice has reshaped my understanding. Who remembers “JUST SAY NO”? Through my observations, it’s clear that education is a far more effective tool than ignorance. Prevention and prohibition often fuel crime, violence, and the exploitation of school children. Innocent lives are lost while criminals thrive on black market profits. Decriminalization fosters peace, allowing underprivileged individuals to earn some extra income. However, I have reservations about full legalization; I fear that it simply replaces one set of criminals with another as big pharma and tobacco companies seize control.

Upon returning to the UK, I was pleasantly surprised to discover that medical cannabis is legal here—a reality I never expected to witness. Now accessing medical cannabis has introduced me to the benefits of dry herb vaporizers! This development is nothing short of revolutionary. I ceased smoking cannabis when I quit smoking tobacco, having primarily used hash and flower before. Vaporizers eliminate tobacco, unpleasant odours, and the dangers of heavy breathing while ensuring no addictive tendencies arise. With a vaporizer, the scent dissipates quickly and doesn’t linger, not even on clothes, and it won’t trigger smoke alarms. If you haven’t yet experienced the transformative potential of a vaporizer, I encourage you to explore my upcoming blogs or search on YouTube. Prioritize your health; you have only one life and one body to care for.

Ultimately, no solution is without its flaws. Yes, cannabis can pose risks—especially for those with psychosis or other mental health issues. This highlights the importance of medical use, as access requires professional guidance, preventing potential life-altering mistakes. The growing list of ailments cannabis can effectively treat, coupled with the accumulating medical evidence, challenges the misconceptions rooted in the dark ages since Reagan’s time. The antidrug sentiment traces back to Roman times, where cannabis was prevalent in the East and Africa while the Roman Empire favoured wine, and the North indulged in beer, mushrooms, and later vodka.

Thank you for taking the time to read this. I invite you to engage further, explore my blogs, and check out my invention, the ICE TUBE!