Lifting the Stigma: How Sam Dancer Traded Painkillers for Plant Power

“I was on an abundance of pain medication, stimulants, and sleeping meds. My body was a mess… It wasn’t until I put down the pills and picked up cannabis that I started feeling alive again. Cannabis didn’t just help me recover—it helped me wake up.” – Sam Dancer Continue reading Lifting the Stigma: How Sam Dancer Traded Painkillers for Plant Power

Breaking Through the Line: Seantrel Henderson’s Battle with Crohn’s, Cannabis, and the Culture of Pain in Pro Sports

Seantrel Henderson wasn’t sidelined by a lack of talent—he was benched for choosing wellness over pharmaceuticals. In 2016, the former Buffalo Bills lineman received a 10-game suspension for using cannabis to manage the debilitating effects of Crohn’s Disease. His case became a flashpoint in the conversation about cannabis, chronic illness, and how pro athletes are treated when they prioritize health over policy. Now, as the NFL adjusts its cannabis guidelines, Henderson’s story emerges as a symbol of progress—and a reminder that real change still lies ahead. Continue reading Breaking Through the Line: Seantrel Henderson’s Battle with Crohn’s, Cannabis, and the Culture of Pain in Pro Sports