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Can CBD make a difference in your life during these, what feel like, the endgames? I asked the publisher of this excellent online magazine to deliver a message to the readers, something I hope can make a real difference, just in case we make it through the other side. – Thanks!
“I understand that 2024 has been a challenging year so far.” – Local Politician (Understatement of the year) There are several ongoing conflicts, such as the war in Ukraine, and the tensions between Israel and Gaza. Moreover, some American politicians like Mike Johnson, Marjorie Taylor Greene, and ex-President Donald Trump are failing the people of America, and Ukraine, in ways I would never have imagined. Not to mention Inflation has risen globally, and it is gaining momentum in the US, causing even more stress to millions of people around the world.
We are currently facing significant and dangerous challenges, so I’m also concerned about the influence bad actors have on ‘woke folk.’ As a result, this year has been more like a nightmare than anything else.
I’m curious, if you live in the US, do you still feel like you recognize your country? Is it the same for people in other countries?
Stress and Anxiety Kills
My mind has been racing every night since 2020. Even listening to soothing music stopped working during the black COVID years, and yawns replaced words mid-sentence.
There are times when I will fall asleep in the middle of writing, without even knowing it. I’ll wake up 10-20 minutes later and wonder if I fell asleep or fainted. I mean, how can anyone go from being alert one second to being asleep the next second?
Anyway, I know the current evils of the world, from Russia becoming the new Nazi Germany, Putin becoming the 21st century Hitler, and American politicians playing with innocent lives to further their agendas, are taking its toll on me, my family, my friends, and just about everyone. I am ashamed to be an American every time I see Russian war crimes being committed and Trump, Johnson, and Greene just laugh it off and continue to ugly and vulgar ways.
Distractions?
I find myself listening to the angry Roger Waters 1990’s album, “Amused to Death”, because the lyrics in that album have never been a more accurate description of the last few years. Is my lack of quality sleep causing me to become a fatalist, or is the world truly going to shit?
Getting Better?
That said, I finally took the advice of the publisher of Spinfuel, who introduced me to CBD. And I’ll be damned if CBD hasn’t been making a huge difference this past week. I don’t like being stoned, or high, so THC was not going to happen. CBD can do what THC does without the ‘high’. So I decided to try it.
If I can feel less stress and anxiety by introducing CBD in my life, I’d be foolish not to. And that’s what this article is about today.
The right CBD products in the right doses at the right times have given me the gift of restful sleep again. In this article, I’ll share what’s worked for me – the types, timing, and tips that have made 2024’s stresses nearly melt away into a good night’s sleep. There’s hope again. Let me show you how to find it.
The State of the World in 2024: Wars, Inflation, Stress and Anxiety
The world seems to be crumbling around us. Constant wars, uncontrolled inflation, widespread lack of affordable housing, and corrupt politicians are failing us everywhere. As if that wasn’t enough, the actions of insane and evil leaders like Vladimir Putin are causing tremendous anxiety on a global scale. Most people are stressed out, unable to sleep, and searching for solutions, even desperate ones.
Can CBD Come to the Rescue?
For me, CBD has been a lifesaver. CBD, or cannabidiol, is a compound found in cannabis plants that provides relaxation and calm without the high. Taken regularly, CBD helps significantly reduce my stress and anxiety, allowing me to sleep better at night. After years without a good night’s sleep, finally sleeping soundly is worth more than gold.
Tinctures and Oils for Bedtime
My favorite ways to use CBD for sleep are CBD oils and tinctures. A few drops under my tongue about an hour before bed help me unwind, relieve tension, and make me drowsy.
Tinctures provide quick absorption into the bloodstream, so the effects are felt within 15-30 minutes. CBD oils tend to last 6-8 hours, so I can sleep soundly all night.
Edibles for All-Night Relief
When I require long-lasting relief, I prefer to consume CBD edibles such as gummies or chocolates. Edibles are known to provide prolonged effects that last up to 10-12 hours since the CBD is absorbed through the digestive tract.
Consuming a small dose of 5-10mg approximately two hours before bedtime ensures that I fall asleep easily and stay asleep until morning.
While the world continues to feel overwhelming, at least CBD provides a brief escape of a good night’s rest. For me, that little bit of relief makes each day a bit more bearable. Maybe it can do the same for you.
The Best Types of CBD for Sleep
Oils, tinctures, and edibles tend to work the best for sleep since the effects last for hours. CBD vapes or pre-rolls may be convenient, but the effects fade faster. For sleep, I prefer tinctures, gummies, or chocolates.
Colorado and Kentucky are two areas producing high-quality hemp, and brands like Charlotte’s Web, Medterra, and NuLeaf Naturals are known for their potent, organic products.
A dose of full-spectrum CBD oil before bed helps calm my mind and body, allowing me to fall into a deep, rejuvenating sleep. Struggling with anxiety or insomnia is a bitch, if CBD can help you find the relief and rest you need, then it’s obviously the right move. Our world may be chaotic, but CBD can help create an oasis of calm, if just for a while.
How to Use CBD Oils, Tinctures, and Edibles for Better Sleep
CBD Oils and Tinctures
CBD oil absorbs quickly and helps you relax. I find that Indica strains work best at night, as they have more sedative effects. My favorite brands are Plant People and Papa & Barkley, which source CBD from sustainable hemp farms.
CBD Gummies and Edibles
CBD gummies and edibles can also help with sleep, but the effects may take longer to feel as the CBD has to pass through your digestive system. I recommend starting with a low dose, around 5 to 10 milligrams of CBD, and waiting at least 2 hours before taking more. Some tasty CBD gummy brands are Not Pot, CBD Distillery, and cbdMD.
CBD Flower or Prerolls
For some, smoking CBD-rich hemp flowers or prerolls provides fast relief from a stressful day. The effects of inhaled CBD tend to last around 2 to 3 hours. While the smoke may irritate some, the ritual of smoking can be calming for others. My top picks for quality CBD flower come from Tweedle Farms, Cannaflower, and Berkshire CBD.
No matter which form of CBD you choose, start low and go slow until you find what works for your needs. CBD can be a safe, natural way to find calm in an often chaotic world. While we try to wait this madness out, maintaining good mental health through restful sleep, can make sure we all come out the other side without humanity in check.
Finding High-Quality, Full-Spectrum CBD Products
As the CBD market continues to grow in 2024, so does the number of brands and products. This can make it difficult to find high-quality CBD that actually works.
Through trial and error, I’ve found that full-spectrum CBD products tend to work the best for sleep and anxiety relief.
Full-spectrum means that the product contains all the cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids found in the hemp plant, including a trace amount of THC (less than 0.3%).
The combined effect of these compounds, known as the entourage effect, tends to provide greater benefits than CBD alone.
Some of my favorite full-spectrum CBD brands are Charlotte’s Web, Joy Organics, and Lazarus Naturals. They source organic hemp and use clean, chemical-free extraction methods.
CBD is not a cure-all, but when used regularly and properly, CBD can be an effective tool for managing stress and anxiety, promoting relaxation and improving sleep quality.
As our world becomes more complex and uncertain, natural remedies like CBD can help provide a sense of calm and balance. For me, full-spectrum CBD has been a lifesaver in navigating the stresses of 2024.
Conclusion
I always keep my favorite full-spectrum CBD sleep tincture on my nightstand – it helps calm my mind and body so I can drift off to sleep peacefully. With high-quality CBD from reputable brands, I know I’m getting potent formulations that work. A few drops under the tongue 30 minutes before bed, and you’ll be ready to unwind.
Even with all the stress and anxiety in the world today, CBD can bring you that feeling of calm you need to rest easy. And that makes a world of difference in finding balance and taking on each new day. Sleep is vital to maintaining your sanity. While we can be sure that Putin isn’t sleeping much, which might be why he’s becoming more and more erratic, we don’t have to follow suit.
If we make it out of the current madness, the ones who maintain good mental health will be ready to set the world right again.
