Try This, Feel That: Exploring Strains This Summer
Try This, Feel That: Exploring Strains This Summer
New season, new vibes. Time to find your summer strain.
Summer is the perfect time to try something new—and that includes your cannabis. With longer days and more time outdoors, you’ve got the space and flexibility to explore how different strains hit. Spoiler: not all cannabis is created equal, and the best way to find your sweet spot is through mindful experimentation.
Sativa? Indica? Hybrid?
While those labels can offer a general idea of what to expect, they don’t always tell the full story. Everyone’s body chemistry is different, and how a strain affects you can depend on more than just the category.
Instead of getting stuck on the label, test how strains fit into real-life situations:
Try a sativa before a hike or creative project
Use an indica to wind down after a long day or chill at the beach
Pick a hybrid when you’re feeling social or planning a cozy movie night
Treat It Like a Taste Test
Don’t go all-in on everything at once. Think like a connoisseur—slow, curious, and observant. Try:
An infused drink with a unique terpene blend (start low-dose)
A patch for steady, slow-release effects
A single puff from a vape pen or joint to test potency
Keep your surroundings consistent so you can truly feel the effects. And don’t stack multiple products if you want to understand what’s actually working.
Track Your Experience
Here’s where the magic happens: keep a cannabis journal. You don’t have to get fancy—a note in your phone works just fine. Jot down:
The strain and dose
The activity you paired it with
How you felt: energy, mood, social comfort, body effects
Over time, you’ll build your own personalized cannabis cheat sheet.
Summer = Discovery
Exploring cannabis isn’t about getting it “right”—it’s about finding what works for you. So grab your notebook, pick a vibe, and see how your summer unfolds with a little help from the plant.
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