🌿 Welcome to Conversations with Kush! 🌟 In this episode, Molly "The Kush RN" sits down with Kara Jensen, owner of Essence of Health in Duluth, MN, to explore how cannabis is changing the wellness space. From caring for a grandmother with dementia to becoming a cannabis advocate and business owner, Kara shares her powerful journey of education, access, and breaking stigmas.
They dive into what makes a great cannabis retailer, the importance of education, and how holistic health fits into cannabis care. Whether you're a cannabis consumer, advocate, or entrepreneur, this episode will challenge and inspire you to think differently about the plant.
What’s Inside This Episode:
🌱 The Power of Cannabis for Wellness – Kara’s personal journey with cannabis as medicine.
🧠From Caregiver to Advocate – How cannabis changed her grandmother’s life.
🏬 Creating a Community-Focused Dispensary – Why education and wellness go hand-in-hand.
🌿 Breaking Stigmas in a Conservative Market – How Minnesota is embracing change.
💡 The Future of Cannabis Retail – Where the industry is heading and how to prepare.
What You’ll Learn:
- How cannabis helps with dementia, anxiety, and chronic illness.
- The importance of mindful cannabis use and intentional consumption.
- How a knowledgeable retailer makes a difference in patient care.
- Why Minnesota’s cannabis market needs education and advocacy.
Whether you're new to cannabis or a longtime advocate, this episode will shift your perspective on what’s possible for the future of cannabis and wellness.
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5:00 – Kara’s Personal Cannabis StoryHow cannabis helped her grandmother with dementia and changed her views forever.
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10:00 – From Consumer to AdvocateWhy she became passionate about cannabis education and access.
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18:00 – Building a Community-Driven Cannabis BusinessHow Essence of Health bridges the gap between
cannabis, wellness, and education.
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25:00 – Overcoming Stigma in Minnesota’s Cannabis MarketHow conservative attitudes are shifting and what’s needed next.
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35:00 – The Importance of Local, High-Quality ProductsWhy knowing your grower and source matters.
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45:00 – The Future of Cannabis RetailHow the industry is evolving, plus challenges and opportunities ahead.
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55:00 – Final Thoughts & Where to Find KaraHow to connect with Essence of Health and support mindful cannabis businesses.
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