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In this episode of the Women’s Vibrancy Code, Maraya chats with Ashley Wynn-Grimes, BSN, RN, a registered nurse and healthcare leader, about how to break the stigma of cannabis in medicine and explores the endocannabinoid system. Ashley highlights the importance of considering cannabis as a treatment option based on a patient's medical history and symptoms. Ashley shares her journey in healthcare and addresses the stigma surrounding cannabis and nursing solutions. She discusses the common symptoms cannabis can help with, including pain, anxiety, sleep, and menstrual cramps, as well as seizures in children. Ashley stresses the importance of finding the right cannabis strain for a patient's specific symptoms and shares her passion project, a book called "Stigmatized". Also in this episode: Lean Six Sigma is a project management ideology used to increase efficiency in healthcare settings. The endocannabinoid system is the largest neuroreceptor system in the body, responsible for balance. Cannabis is a potential option for medical treatment, to be assessed on a case-by-case basis. Cannabis stigma exists and the media perpetuates false information. Educating those willing to listen can shift perspectives. Common conditions treated with cannabis include pain, sleep, anxiety, menstrual cramps, and seizures. Different strains of cannabis have varying effects, and it's important to be cautious with anxiety. Children benefit from cannabis use, particularly for seizures. A children's book promotes understanding and empathy. Her book "Stigmatized" aims to educate about cannabis in a simple and accessible way and is based on Ashley’s personal journey and passion for alignment. About Ashley Wynn-Grimes: Baltimore, Maryland native, black female entrepreneur, and a registered nurse for more than 12 years, Ashley Wynn-Grimes BSN, RN is the Founder of Cannabis Nursing Solutions, LLC, author of “Stigmatized”, and the children’s book “Asa’s Medicine”. Ashley’s work is dedicated to empowering patients and nursing professionals to make informed wellness choices with impactful educational medical programs that also serve to promote diverse representation and increased resiliency in those she serves. During her impressive career, Ashley has worked in various healthcare settings, including telemetry nursing, quality improvement, and professional development. She is responsible for trail-blazing non-traditional cannabis patient care programs in Maryland that offer standardized approaches to dispensing cannabis for nursing professionals and children in school settings. Ashley holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing and Master’s Degree in Nurse Education from Towson University, and in 2021, she was chosen for Baltimore Business Journal Leaders in Health Care. Ashley also has a certification in Professional Development and is a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt. Connect With Ashley Wynn-Grimes: 'Stigmatized' The Book: www.stigmatizedthebook.com Website: www.cannabisnursingsolutions.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/cannabisnursingsolutions Subscribe To The Women's Vibrancy Code: Women's Health And Wellness w/ Maraya Brown Apple Podcast | YouTube | Spotify Connect With The Show: Facebook Page | Linkedin | Website | Tiktok | Facebook Group Make A Connection Call With Maraya Brown: Click here to book About Maraya Brown: Maraya is a Yale and Functional Medicine Trained CNM, MSN with her undergraduate degree in marketing. She helps women feel turned on by their life, their lover and themselves. Her work online brings her 21 years of experience supporting women together in one place to co-create deep transformation, energy and passion. Maraya is the founder of this Podcast and does a great deal of work with women to expand their energy, hormones, libido, confidence and much much more. The Women's Vibrancy Code: Women's Health And Wellness w/ Maraya Brown DISCLAIMER: The podcasts available on this website have been produced for informational, educational and entertainment purposes only. Listeners should take care to avoid program content which may not be suited to them. The contents of this podcast do not constitute medical or professional advice, No person listening to and/or viewing any podcast from this website should act or refrain from acting on the basis of the content of a podcast without first seeking appropriate professional advice and/or counseling, nor shall the information be used as a substitute for professional advice and/or counseling. The Women’s Vibrancy Code Podcast expressly disclaims any and all liability relating to any actions taken or not taken based on any or all contents of this site.