I LOVE the Holiday season, so much! As we speak, I am binge watching Netflix Holiday movies and sipping on some killer hot cocoa. This time of year has always been my favorite. Original right? Maybe it’s my borderline problematic addiction to childhood nostalgia? Maybe its the veil of hope that lingers in the air? Maybe it’s the general acceptance of stuffing your face with delicious treats for an entire month? I don’t know, and I don’t care!
That being said, adulting has somewhat shifted my Holiday experience. As a kid it was effortless to adopt a Holiday spirit mindset. When the air got crisp, and the twinkling lights went up, I was there. Nowadays… not so much. The stress of bills, shopping for gifts, traveling, traffic, work, family drama, yah, it all can weigh pretty heavy on the whole jolly and bright experience. So, as adults, we just need to try a little harder to raise our vibrations to a merrier space. If I have to be a stressed-out adult during my favorite time of year, you can bet I am going to be smoking weed to get me through it! I will not let my Holiday spirit be dashed!
If you are trying to enjoy your adulty Holiday season and need some help tapping into those warm and fuzzy feelings, I highly recommend lighting up this season… and frequently! Not sure where to start? Here are six of my favorite strains to help you survive (and thrive) all season long!
1. Strawberry Banana for Your Movie + Cocoa Nights
If you are not in your Holiday feels, it’s time for a movie night. Between Netflix and Disney + there are SO many nostalgia fueled Holiday films ready to transport you to a simpler, happier time. Mix up a pot of creamy hot cocoa, break out the bong, and let all the feels unravel.
Strawberry Banana is a perfect strain for these cozy nights of movie binging. The sweet and fruity flavor paired with its notorious high potency makes for a pleasant smoke with lasting effects. You can expect a relaxing body high, vibrant imagery and a calm but creative energy. If you are crafting at all this year, this is a perfect setting and strain to do so.
2. Sour Diesel for Some Holiday Party Vibes
It’s almost impossible to get through this season without a party, and if you are anything like me… this is probably your least favorite part. Sure, you want to hang with your friends, enjoy some drinks and kick back, but between work, gifting, and all the planning, it can be hard to suppress the anxiety and find the energy to even get out of the house. Not to worry. Roll a few joints or grab your dugout and get ready to let loose. You deserve these moments and connection during the Holidays is so important!
I chose an oldie-but-goodie for this one! Sour Diesel is a tried and true classic for a reason. This strain is amazing for dissolving stress, anxiety and depression. Plus, it offers an energizing high that will have you feeling ready and excited to be the life of any party! This is a great strain for sharing and is sure to light up all of your Holiday festivities.
3. Mothers Helper for all the cooking, and shopping and cleaning… Oh My
The amount of adulting that is necessary during the Holidays is truly something my parents did not prepare me for. Shopping for gifts, decorating, keeping the house clean, cooking for all of the various gatherings ahead… it’s a lot. I am not a super motivated person, the Movies and Cocoa energy is more my vibe, but the shits gotta get done somehow, right?
Enter Mothers Helper. This strain will have you feeling pumped to knock out your Holiday to-do list. When you need energy, motivation, and a clear head, grab your one-hitter and some Mothers Helper and you will be good to go. Keep in mind, however, that this strain is a strong one and a little will go a long way. Start with a single hit and ease your way up as needed. Too much energy can cause anxiety and that is not what we are working for here. Listen to your body and you will have a brilliant and accomplished experience.
4. Gorilla Glue for the hours (and hours) of Gift Wrapping
Gift wrapping is actually one of my favorite things to do, but it can be physically exhausting and takes forever! I like to get creative with my wrapping so it adds even more time to the process and after a long day of work it can be hard on me. What helps me enjoy the process to its fullest? I like to have an organized wrapping station, a reliable little bubbler, and some caramel apple cider. Also, The Santa Claus, always assume I am watching The Santa Claus.
Gorilla glue is a heavy hitter of a strain that will ease your body pains without knocking you out. You can also expect some focus and creativity with your high which pairs beautifully with a gift-wrapping session. To amp up the magic, invite over some friends to share all the cannabis, cider, and holiday love.
5. Monster Cookies for Some Sweet Sugar Plum Filled Dreams
With everything that is going on throughout the season, sleep doesn’t always take priority. Whether you are wrapping all night long to avoid the kids peaking in, or the stress of having to engage with so many people keeps you up at night, it can be hard to find a moment of genuine rest. To fully enjoy these sweet Holiday moments, you need to sleep. No excuses. If you are struggling in this department, it’s time to grab your pipe and pajamas and crawl into bed!
Monster Cookies is a wonderful strain for some deep and restful sleep. Not only does it provide some lovely and much needed full body relief, but it will have your eyes feeling heavy and your mind feeling quiet in no time. Crawl into bed, take a few hits, and allow yourself to drift off to a Holiday dreamland.
6. XJ-13 for those long days with the Fam
I love my family, I really do, but they can be a lot. I am going to just assume that if you are a human being reading this… you can relate. As an adult, just trying to live your life, family gatherings have a way of making you spiral out. Politics, careers, love interests, kids, it can all get heavy, fast. A pre-family toke can be a game changer for these experiences. Bring along your vape pen or take a few hits off your steamroller in the car, and you will be feeling lighter and brighter in no time.
XJ-13 is one of my all-time favorite strains. One of those strains that has never let me down. You will enjoy a boost of energy, motivation, happiness and stress relief with each puff. As with most high energy strains, a little will go along way with this one so you can take it slow. Don’t let your anxiety and prying family members get you down this year! Smoke, eat, and repeat as needed for a joy filled family gathering.
