Living the Green

In this episode of Living the Green , cannabis nurse Abir “Abi” Amirdash and therapist Michal Cohen, LCSW, explore the connection between cannabis, food, and gut health. From the science behind the munchies to how cannabis affects appetite, digestion, and mindful eating, they break down what’s happening in the body and how to make more intentional choices when using cannabis. 🌸 Meet Your Hosts Mi...

What happens when trauma lives not just in the mind, but in the body too? In this episode of Living the Green, cannabis nurse Abi Amirdash and therapist Michal Cohen, LCSW explore PTSD through the lens of the nervous system, hypervigilance, sleep disruption, emotional processing, and healing. Together, they discuss how cannabis, therapy, mindfulness, and even connection to nature may help people f...

Smoke it, eat it, or apply it — does it make a difference? In this episode of Living the Green, cannabis nurse Abi Amirdash and therapist Michal Cohen, LCSW break down the science behind every major consumption method. From onset time to absorption, dry herb vaporizers to topicals, they explore how your body processes cannabis differently depending on how you use it and why the right method might...

What is the connection between cannabis and spirituality? In this episode of Living the Green, we explore the spiritual side of cannabis, including its historical use in religious traditions, meditation, mindfulness, self-reflection, and connection to nature. We also discuss intentional cannabis use, altered states of consciousness, and psychedelic cannabis journeys with a therapist. If you’ve eve...

Sleep can feel elusive when the mind won’t slow down and the body won’t soften. In this episode, we explore cannabis and sleep through a trauma-informed, harm-reduction lens discussing insomnia, anxiety, the nervous system, and where cannabis may help or fall short. An honest, compassionate conversation about rest, regulation, and real-world experience. 🌸 Meet Your Hosts Michal Cohen, LCSW Psycho...

Cannabis and cancer are two words that carry both controversy and hope. In this heartfelt episode, Michal and Abi bridge science, story, and spirituality to explore how cannabis can support those facing cancer. They discuss how cannabinoids can help with symptoms, and share stories of real-world healing. You’ll also hear why communication between patients and medical providers about cannabis remai...

ADHD and Cannabis: Releasing the Stigma Is cannabis a distraction or a doorway to focus? In this episode of Living the Green, therapist Michal Cohen, LCSW, and cannabis nurse Abir “Abi” Amirdash dive into the complex relationship between ADHD and cannabis. From dopamine to mindfulness, they explore how intentional use can turn chaos into clarity. 🌸 Meet Your Hosts Michal Cohen, LCSW Psychotherapi...