The surprising connection between cannabis and mind-body health | Elise Keller | TEDxWindsor 

I hate how people say gate way drug. Let’s be real, alcohol IS the gateway drug, period.

Been using daily for years. What she says is exactly my experience. Cannabis has allowed my nervous system to rest. Finally. Grateful 🙏

I'm a simple man been smoking many years and I believe smoking makes many things just a little bit more interesting.

I’m high rn and this message hit so hard and I don’t think people truly understand how on point she is…that message is grossly underrated!

Cannabis kept my grandfather with lung cancer alive for a few extra weeks, and he was happy for those last few weeks. I discovered that weed chilled out my anxiety from years abuse at home and after years of being told to see the world in my abusers image I was able to slow down enough to see the world on my own. And even when I'd sober up I'd still see the world differently after. Now the use has shifted to creating artwork while high, sitting down for hours and pouring my soul into this art and the results are so rewarding.

I’ve watched this several times now and am struggling to find any negative. My mind has genuinely changed because of your courageous talk. Thank you.

I have smoked Cannabis for 10 years (I'm 28), and I am one of the healthiest persons I know... I haven't had a cold or been sick for over 3 years. I attribute my health to constant exercise, drinking lots of water, spending time in nature, taking care of my, and taking care of my relationships with others. I suspect I could add cannabis to that list.

On 4th month of chemotherapy. Not only does it help me eat but greatly helps tolerate these horrible side effects

Certainly soothes the depressive monotony of living in times that require complete submission of primal instincts and the willingness to play society’s games in order to be at peace. The proper, learnable perspectives cannabis brings are only distinguishable by fit, open minds, and those with the intellect to control the thought process programming. Others (majority) find it overwhelming, or just a toy to play with, always unaware of the potential. Cannabis never hurt anyone beyond their sober intentions, contrarily healing and soothing poor conditions for a better life. Even when they’re completely unaware and consuming for any reason, as long as they live a healthy life and practice moderation.

As a 2x cancer survivor, I approve this message. ✌🏽

I kind of knew this, but never was this explained in such understandable words. I've been using cannabis for my ptsd and i feel good and happy, then because of the stigma, I'm afraid to shout this out in the world. But this saved my life, and I'm so happy it has.

I realize this drug isn't for everyone, it doesn't work with everyone's brain chemistry. But it does for me. It's a magic pill for someone like me.

Cannabis saved me. I became an insomniac after menopause and had severe RLS. I suffered for about 8 years until I gave cannabis a try. Been sleeping great every night since. Such a shame it's not legal EVERYWHERE!!

I can tell you cannabis has helped with my mental health tremendously. I'm in my 30s my mental health was suffering and it helped me so much. Wish it was legalized everywhere

Amazing that I found your talk! My elderly parents and myself have been using CBD, with THC edibles for12 years now and have been very healthy since! 12 years without doctors!

I used cannabis for the first time when I was 24, and use it occasionally after that until I was 30. Around when I was 31 I started using it almost everyday. I am 38 now, and I have been without it for around 6 months now (I miss it so bad), this because it started causing problems in my marriage (although my wife met me when I was using it everyday). My problem is that one part of me feels that cannabis makes a better person and it helps with the wiring of my brain so much, but the other part of me tells me that I am an addict. This is a Bad Crossroad.....

Think about saying "I have to do the dishes" and "I get to to the dishes" either way the dishes get done ... but how does each statement make you feel? Each time a thought is made with reluctance or aggression ... we produce bio chemicals that attack the body ... in the same regard having caring or positive thoughts our body also makes bio chemicals but these have healing and positive effects to our bodies. It is like putting a drop of water in your car EVERYDAY. It wont hurt the first day, first week, or month ... but after years it will have an effect to your car. WE HAVE MILLIONS OF THOUGHT A DAY and EACH thought produces bio chemicals... think about it.

Elise knows what she is talking about. She has helped our Daughter.

I have depression for years it got worse when my grandma died i literally was giving up for life, i was in a very dark place, i started smoking daily for like 6 months now, and i fell soo soo much better im making so much progress its like she said like everything is getting in balance in mi brain and also mi body i lost more than 20 kg im motivated for life im doing all the things she said in the video, im meditating and discovering like a new way of seeing life . I don't smoke all day just one or two times if i smoke more i fell really really relax and sleepy.

Weedborn is full of amazing CBD products. They have been very helpful to me.

After my last bout with Diverticulitis, I began intermittent fasting, a low carb diet, and enjoying a fine Sativa daily. Hand to God, never felt better..

I think it’s important to acknowledge the both positive and negative effects of cannabis. If you abuse it you will experience the negative effects like laziness, brain fog, even more anxiety when sober. But if you use it responsibly you will experience the positive effects as you hear in this video and comment section

As a daily pot user I stood an applauded this when it was finished lol. 👏🏾

I wish I would have seen this video 4 years ago. I am just now learning about Cannabis helps PTSD.

She was talking about the guy who died days after he was convinced the serum was fake. You see examples in life of people, usually couples, that die within days of each other, of natural causes. I don't think what's happening is that these people are willing themselves to die, so much as they've been willing themselves to stay alive as long as that other person is there to make them want to keep living. As soon as that person is gone, they lose that will and their body stops fighting to stay alive. You see it in couples. You saw it with Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds too. The mind is super-powerful.

Yes thank you for emphasizing this! I always felt miserable and nauseated after dialysis prior to smoking. Now that i smoking again, I am so much more productive, My anxiety lessens by the day, Even after dialysis, no longer feel drained. I am even sleeping so much better. I have so much patience in my hobbies too. Cannabis so soooo amazing. I love it

9:41 is the best slide of any ted talk! And I've watched a lot of ted talks

Cbd came into my life at the same time I started my spiritual and healing journey and has assisted me tremendously in finding the strength within to work through soo much and change more in my life in 1 year than the previous 10. And to be feeling like myself again, on a deeper level than ever before, and getting to know myself. Phenomenally grateful. Thank you Mother Nature 🌱 trust the process my guys

Thank you for sharing your story! This needs to be more widely talked about across all fields of health. Wellness is more integrated than we thought

Beautiful message Elise, thanks for sharing your story and letting us know how we can improve our life quality with this plant! Much love and all the best to you and your work 🙌

Thank you so much for this video. Amazing research ! 🙏❤️

There is still so much to understand about this amazing plant. Education is key. That’s why I have done so many videos on cannabinoids. Spread the word! End the stigma and misinformation! Best wishes to all! 😀

Thank you for this, I am 53 year old male approaching my 1 year no meds after reversing my 2 type 2 diabetes. I am still trying to find my own balance, but I have been smoking cannabis for almost 40 years now, I have thought of it as medical for a long time now. I also have epilepsy. I have been seizure free for a long time now. Thank you again for such a well spoken and informative Talk. 🤘😃🤘

I cant believe this video has so little views. This video is the most educational video about how cannabis works I've seen lately.

om namah shivaya-this is by far one of the best introductory talks on cannabis and the endocannabinoid system that i have heard after listening to dozens and i am very gratefull to you elise for sharing this information with all so clearly, consisely and humbly, its a true inspiration to see victors like you come through your own struggles in life and compassionately share what all you have learned through your own experience with the rest of the world for our holistic well being, you took it a very important notch further in connecting related aspects of our lifestyles that require immediate concurrent attention as well for our health-om shanti

Surpreendentemente satisfeito com as explicações. Tudo é válido para a saúde, desde que seja usado com moderação e entendimento sólido.

Thank you!!! Bravo. It’s about time the truth came out!!!

Problem with ‘seeing your Dr’ is very few are trained in the endocannabinoid system, certainly here in the UK. I don’t see the relevance of incorporating ‘exercise’ into the endocannabinoid ‘stool’ balance. I have a friend that according to Drs and specialists was on his deathbed with a rare form of blood cancer. He started taking THC and CBD base cannabis medication and with three weeks was up out of his bed. He attended some tests appointment and the ‘specialists’ were amazed to see he had walked in to the ward without aid. When they asked him what he had been doing to change his health he refused to tell them, on the third time he agreed to tell them, once he mentioned cannabis, three of the specialists walked away saying they didn’t want to hear such nonsense. Why? Because it doesn’t compute with their training (or no training of the endocannabinoid system). He was in no state to exercise but cannabis treatment got him out his deathbed, five years on and he is still going. Here in the UK THC based cannabis is outlawed yet GW Pharmaceuticals is owned by an MP’s (Member of Parliament) husband, they have a license to grow acres of THC based cannabis yet the same woman voted in parament that cannabis has no medical value. The cannabis is shipped to America where it is transformed into various medical products. Governments - the handbrake of humanity!

I recently learned about the ECS as a part of discovering how cancer patients have used Cannabis Oil to help cure themselves. I've also read up on mind-body therapy. This talk is great on how it integrated all this together. Most cancer patients that have utilized Cannabis Oil have also changed their diets.

I have severe OCD combined with PTSD, and Crohn's disease. I have been totally sober for the last 8 months and am endeavoring to get my MMJ card. I am excited about the prospect of making some headway toward healing these conditions. I know it will not be a cure-all. But combined with talk therapy, my spiritual practice and a healthy lifestyle, I think this can greatly help me

This was so well done. Thank you Elise. As a Mind Body Psychotherapist, I love the model that you proposed with the stool.

Great speech Elise!!! I love it. Thank you so much for it. You going to become a role model for many people that suffer from cancer. That's exactly what you have to do. Change your mind change your life. Thank you Elise.

I don't know if you're aware of this, but the story starts to get into it at 4:20 ... Perfect

That was amazing, Elise! I could have used this talk when I was first learning about the ECS.

Cannabis helped me to get rid of my alcohol addiction and have only the occasional one beer not more with friends.

There are studies that have shown that weed can actually be used as an anti-depressant. Especially for people who have depression. *micro-dosing so in small amounts regularly, large amounts can cause psychosis. I can actually attest to this it's changed my life and I'm so grateful.

You r so courageous

Cannabis is a game changer and the fact that it has been a scheduled one drug is completely wrong. People need to do their own research. Thank you for sharing!

Deepen the integration of your mind and body by letting them share a joint (or tincture, edible, etc). So much to think about! Thanks for sharing :)

The most important thing about cannabis is understanding how it causes so much instantaneous emotional turmoil and emotional relief in different people. This is the most important question vis-a-vis the endocannabinoid system as far as I'm concerned.

I wss lucky enough to learn this in my early 20s: Your health starts in your head.

I been using cannabis (micro-moderate) dosage almost everyday and it has lifted that sad/grey/emptiness feelings with a lot of success and cannot recommend it enough

This needs more views! I’ve been extremely interested in cannabis since I was thirteen and this taught me so much

Great speaker and a beautiful message:) Thank you so much

Amazing! Thank you!

THANK YOU 🙏

one of the most under-rated talks ever!

amazing...bravo!

Found your videos interesting to watch. I can't wait to see your new video soon. Good Luck with the upcoming update. This video is very useful, interesting, and effective.

It's changed my life in a great way! Also legal here in Canada!

The mind can make u sick and can cure as well

This talk will enlighten many people.

You are a wonderful speaker.

Weed made me feel like I was immersed in my own body, I could vividly feel the way my muscles and fascia rested on my bones and the way the blood is pumped through each vessel. I was more aware in the moment, so aware of my surroundings as well, this stuff is tough

Truely feel that your phisical health, illnesses and many times even accidents all manifest from specific emotional or mental conditions. When you discover the specific emotional connection and how you basically did it to yourself it is completely redeeming and magically healing. It's like when the demon is reveal the illnesses starts to heal. Also life long pot user and it can be key to the whole process.

I strongly agree with all that was said here, but I'd like you to consider that our thoughts are the true key to this connection of wellness. There is a pure, loving, divine, life force energy, that flows to and through, each and every cell in our bodies and connects us all. And when you love yourself, first and foremost...you are connected to that energy, and you will feel an inner peace and guidance regardless of what is happening around you. When you love yourself you will care about how you feel in each and every moment. This it truly magical, and it's the key that will create more joy in your day, and as the momentum picks up, it will lead to a joyful life!I As we learn to be authentic and honor our temple, this amazing and complex community of cells that we are, we will have less stress in our lives, we will care for our bodies more, and we will get the necessary exercise as we connect to our unlimited potential. The new science of epigenetics is proving this. Blessings to you for your journey in helping others become more aware of the benefits of cannabis. I myself am a strong proponent of it for treatment of fibromyalgia, and migraine headaches. And it's also drastically alleviated the severe pain from kidney stones. May your journey continue to expand and may your life be full of joy and abundance.

I both loved and needed this video. January 5, 2021 I was diagnosed with renal small cell carcinoma~ treatment microwave ablation. April 25, 2021 again face treatment, type unknown at this time. I find medical CBN, CBD, and THC very helpful. I would be very grateful for additional information on this topic

I’ve had some valuable experiences since I started smoking 💯

well spoken maam!

What an excellent metaphor for describing the endocannabinoid system. A large majority of plants are toxic to humans, even the ones we derive medicines from. This makes cannabis a member of a rare minority of plants that have a minimal comparative toxicity. I can't wait until a comprehensive nutritional study of cannabis as a food is available....it's the least discussed possibility of cannabis uses. I typically vaporize it to stimulate appetite and quell nausea due to gastroparesis. You see, I'm missing my colon for 6 years now....I'd likely weigh 90 lbs without it's benefit, and at 6ft tall I think you get the picture. I'm personally uninterested in anyone's negative view of my use of cannabis, but I typically don't discuss my health regimens to begin with. Additionally, I prefer to grow my own. It provides a sense of accomplishment and self sufficiency that have their own spectrum of benefits, as well as confidence in how the plant was treated when grown. Cannabis is an "accumulator", much like tomatoes...if it's in the soil, it ends up in the plant. In my experience, cannabis grown organically produces more natural terpene profiles and a more nuanced entourage effect that is presented across particular genetic strains. I'm not opposed to western medicine in the least, nor do I subscribe to homeopathic only approaches to healthcare, but it is a little dissatisfying that science and medicine seem incapable of recognizing that nature can occasionally render something that can be a medicine that doesn't benefit from being broken down into its constituent components and reorganized into a quantifiable substance that perhaps loses its level of efficacy to effect a system that is, itself, all about biological balance. A little ironic in a way if you think about it. Cannabis isn't going to be a good choice to use for some, and it certainly isn't a medical panacea, but it certainly is a uniquely useful plant.

thank you

Good talk!

The herb cannabis , Balances my mind and body

In 2017 I had a traumatic brain injury andi had to relearn to walk, talk, write,everything . He said I would never walk agsin. I'm only on a permanent feeding tube but I did start walking talking and everything else pretty much again! I started cannabis and all of the parkinsonian shakes from the brain lesion being on the base of my brain completely go away when I do. It's the craziest thing. But it really medically works.

It has helped more than anything else with autoimmune symptoms.

Dear Elise & friends Have now heard yr useful lecture 3 times and taken notes. It shines light on relationships for me. A++ A suggestion that you may already have taken up is to use the balance concept of a table or platform as would distract less than the st**l - & more can all get round that table Appreciatively h

I thought it said cannibals. I was like “oh, this ought to be good.” Lol

I witnessed so many end of life patients who used cannabis to treat intractable pain the opioids couldn’t touch. Many who used cannabis to treat end of life anxiety as well.

Studies, various work and regulatory processes matter. So many things.

I genuinely think, my dad who had cancer would be alive if the doctors said “the cause of your health is from a lifelong choice of your diet” rather than tell him to quit marijuana and eat stevia and margarine instead of using butter.” My daddy was an angel, smoked daily, and always gave back to society. They should of just let him smoke his pot. He was never the same after he listened to them.

Such a great presentation. amazing job.

Once you’ve reached a certain point in your spiritual path taking drugs like weed are the most unappealing things you could do. There’s nothing more precious than that pure I AM awareness that everyone has access to. Not dissing smokers lol just food for thought

Brilliant insight!

I been using one drop of Cbd at night and morning. I’m very sensitive to Cbd . Can’t use THC as it induces psychosis in me. But Cbd helps my mood. Only microdoses as too much makes me sleepy.

Great talk!! I use full spectrum CBD oil both topically and orally to treat my psoriasis. It has been amazing!!

Weed did NOT work for me, yeah it was fun for a while but long term it only amplified insecurities, changed who I was on a daily basis for the worse and made me depressed. I’m not against it I’m just saying that everyone is different and you shouldn’t justify to yourself that you’ll feel better after smoking because maybe you won’t and thats okay I strongly prefer lsd, it has been extremely therapeutic for me, I never take high doses and limit my exposure to only a few times a year. For the love of god DONT take too much you can overstimulate your brain and burnout, like alcohol poisoning. Just start small and work up, as long as you’re in control and with friends you’ll feel more connected to them and become more holistic in your outlook which can certainly introduce more positivity into your life. Mushrooms yanked me out of depression overnight. Absolutely terrifying (darkest longest nights of my depression) and haven’t taken it since but it saved m life because I was suicidal. Lsd will change the way you see the world, mushrooms will change the way you see yourself.

9:40 Cannalice to serve and protect your mental health. On a more serious note, Willhelm Reich allready did some work on the connection of mental health - cancer.

Thanks 🙏

You have to love and you have to believe. If you don't believe you have a chance, then you don't. If you lose your will in life, the body will perish. The mind is a great power. People do not realize how much it is capable of. You are in control. You just have to believe you are capable, or that magic is real, or that the universe is listening. Only then will you hear it. Only then will your mind show you how magically it can heal, grow, accomplish. The body will be resilient if you're motivated enough to keep living and fighting.

Awesome Talk! The Endocannabinoid System is the gateway to health and so is Cannabis! We teach Cannabis yoga and Endocannabinoid system education to our communities to empower their own self healing with this knowledge. We are in NJ and NY but also all over the country when we get a chance to travel!! Thank you for spreading this message! It's beautiful to see others with the same mission! Namaste 🙏🏽🕉🌱💚

Before I was using marijuana, I was a wreck, I had really bad lower back pain and was really depressed but now I use it twice a day and I feel great.

Brilliant 👏🏻

It makes me feel less stressed. I am old. I work and function well.

Nothing surprising her to Cannabis Church. Blessed by the Sacred Plant 🙌🏽💚🌱🙏🏾

I was taking drops every night and sleeping so well and feeling amazing but over time I noticed my memory was becoming worse and I stopped taking it. It’s too bad it has this one downfall for some people.

Another blissdul talk.

Love it!

The claim that cannabis works for some people it doesn’t for other people is complete bogus. If you notice the people that are uncomfortable with cannabis are typically the ones that never do it and they take way too much. Also if you are the type of person who is egotistic and cares too much about what other people think about them, they will not have a good time this forces you to look inside and you become humble and more of your inner child can come out. It is a gift

Awesome!

I’ve utilized marijuana for stress relief. Pain relief. Emotion release For 40years At 54 I’m as agile and healthy as I was in my 29s. I truly blv that a good portion of the credit to my good health is related to this fact Ann’s I’m a non smoker non drinker self employed entrepreneur. Controlling your stress levels is KEY to healthy AND happy life