Does cannabis make you creative?

in #cannabis7 years ago

Hey guys, today my winter break is over so you will get your daily cannabis posts. So today our topic is:
Does cannabis make you creative?

There is no question that everyone reacts differently to the consumption of cannabis. But this statement can not be made in such a general way. After all, it depends not only on the particular consuming person, but also on the grass, or the varieties that are smoked. And for this reason, there may be so many studies that prove the final effect of cannabis. But that's not what it's all about, but rather the question of whether cannabis and creativity are linked. Because there are many people with a creative mind and some who claim to be really creative only through consumption. And yes, some creative professions can be practiced despite regular consumption.

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Cannabis and creativity - does it fit?

We humans have been fascinated by mind-altering substances since we think. It's just incredible what our consciousness and our brain are capable of. And so there are some people who had really world changing ideas and thoughts during the highness. Perhaps you have been so fated that you suddenly found explanations for something or come up with a totally ingenious idea. And even if a lot of nonsense is narrated and made, it can not be ruled out that so many good inspirations can come out of it. Cannabis is undoubtedly the most popular "drug" among the mind-altering substances and many thinkers or artists of that time and of today swear by the almighty herb. They describe a feeling of relaxation and increased flow of thought. Some examples:

  • William Shakespeare
  • Salvador Dali
  • Carl Sagan
  • Neil deGrasse Tyson
  • Bill Gates
  • Lady Gaga

Of course, the testimonials and descriptions of these celebrities also help cannabis advocates and those who truly appreciate creative potential in cannabis.

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And what does science say about the connection between cannabis and creativity?

We rely on scientific evidence and less on the testimony of real consumers. This is unfortunately a fact that can not be concealed. Clear answers do not yet provide most studies, after all, there are always studies that refute another and vice versa. And in terms of cannabis and creativity, there are no clear results, because most of the results must be based on the statements of consumers. Logically, because first of all it must be proven that said artists and thinkers would be less creative without cannabis use. And of course that's difficult, if not impossible.

But there are interesting researches that try to prove some connection. In fact, one has to be aware of the effects of the different cannabis strains and dosages, which was not the case in the research. But: It has been shown that marijuana increases the activity of the frontal lobe primarily by an increased blood flow in the brain.

What is the frontal lobe activity?

An improvement in so-called frontal lobe activity has been observed in those performing a creative job or occupation. The frontal lobe is responsible for the creative drive. In addition, the frontal lobe is responsible for deviant thinking. This is to be noted during the problem-solving phase, which looks at how creative people approach and solve diverse problems. Now it is believed that cannabis drives frontal lobe activity and increases the potential for deviant thinking.

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Increased dopamine levels after cannabis use

Dopamine is an endogenous substance and is also needed for creative thinking. After cannabis use, an increased level of dopamine was found. Hidden inhibitions are lowered to open for new things. How does this work? As we think, we automatically try to access as much information in our brains as possible to find a solution somewhere. Our brain systematically evaluates all existing data and comes to a conclusion at best. If the responsible stimuli are obstructed or restricted, as cannabis does, then we have less meaningful and evaluable data available, but these automatically make room for new ones. The new data may be unimportant and stupid, but it's data that we would not access during normal thinking. So the altered perception could be a world of more creativity.

Which varieties can increase or stimulate our creativity?

There are indeed varieties that are known for their creativity or stimulate creative thinking. However, the effects of these varieties are rather subjectively to consider, since of course the consumer in itself is crucial. One can therefore rely only on the many coincidences of consumers who talked about the use of certain varieties of creativity.

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Royal Jack
Royal Jack is well known for his creative input, the user feels uninhibited and free.

Royal AK
This variety really has it and is among the good smokers as rather difficult, because it makes incredibly tired and a subsequent nap is hardly around it. But: Those who resist the temptation experience an incredibly relaxing high and the creative ideas begin to bubble.

Sour Diesel
Sour D. was named after his diesel-like aroma and the high is celebrated by many. Energetic, happy and uplifting consumers feel and an ever-increasing positive feeling is released. And who then deals with his happy thoughts, thinks outside the box.

Lemon Shining Silver Haze
As the name implies, the smell and taste reminds of lemon, which alone is the reason for the popular consumption of this plant. After consuming it is difficult to really concentrate or focus. The contents of the thoughts fly and the ideas come pretty fast. Before that, the consumer should not be afraid, otherwise it could overwhelm.

Royal cookies
Royal cookies are the THC richest among the creative cannabis strains and should therefore be treated with caution. The high is uplifting and happy, which can turn into sheer euphoria. Your own ideas suddenly seem meaningful and you can unrestrictedly find different solutions. To deal with it, however, serious work, it is probably not suitable.

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Yes, yes it does. The right flora can make me sit and write 2-3 short stories or a couple of chapters in my book. Though I normally need it for pain relief (fuck you, fibromyalgia), its calming effects and increased creativity are nice bonuses. I can totally live without the cotton-mouth though...

Best pain relief for me I've found is from 50/50 THC/CBD oil, plus don't get the dry mouth.

for the dry mouth I have my ice tea xD but yes this plant is so simple but so usefull :o

I absolutely agree, often when we smoke and brainstorm together for our work we get a great amount of ideas. I'm also a medical user (migraine, neurodermatitis).

Just drink water or fruit juice. I never get cotton mouth.

I drink lots of water. Still gets dry.

a friend in amsterdam told me, that people they have problems with a dry mouth should drink a minimum of 1 glass water per joint. This is also good for the red eye problem ^^

I drink double that. Never get the red eyes either. Just the dry mouth.

According to my 100% legit scientific experiments that I made up in less than 10 seconds, eating something that’s sticky and sweet... like a thick chocolate or something should help. Your mouth will discharge saliva and won't let it dry... ;)

I drink gallons of water every day. I don't know why. I don't have diabetes or anything. I just always have drank a lot since I was a kid.

i agree also. But "you have learn to smoke the budah." Its not for every body..

what is the buddah? ^^

Other name for weed:)

haha okey never heard it before ^^ learn every day something new :D

Never heard about this, but nice sharing though

I am not sure if make you creative or anything. I think it just accentuates the mood or emotion that you already have.
I draw from my experience. I had it twice in my entire life, and had two entirely different experiences.
The first time, I was in college, had a bunch of friends trying it for the first time. It was great. One of us smiled the other one giggled... and then the laughter started... we could not control it... we laughed so much my stomach started to hurt.
The next time was horrible, I was in a foreign land trying it with a friend and was shit scared to start with and marijuana made it worse... It was a full blown panic attack... I never had it thereafter.

wow, yes I remember we laughed alot when we start smoking xD but I never had such a panik attack but I heard from a friend that he had some when he tryed the first time, maybe he was scared about that he does any illegal or something like that :/

As an artist who uses cannabis for creativity, I can say with certainty the two are linked. I think when it comes to strains, you have to try a variety to see what works for you. It also helps tame the ego while creating, shutting it off and letting the true source of creation come through.

absolutely right each variety is different :D

I like strong sativa strains. I have a couple favorites. I like to eat RSO/phoenix tears. Sure, there is some sleepiness that occurs once the THC converts in the liver, which does not happen when you are smoking, but I will simply have some caffeine if I can't go to sleep at that time.

I find that the euphoria induced makes me very creative, positive, and upbeat. I get a lot done, and have great ideas that I take forward in the future. It is very very useful, and has allowed me to have some important breakthroughs.

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No it makes you retarded

I don't think so, maybe you have a source for your argument?