Tame the Rage

Along with many incredible deals come some dreadful dilemmas which often escalate as the registers resound the spike in sales. Aisle-rage has been on the rise for years as a result of flash sales and chaotic judgement.  “Six years ago, a Fort Myers man whacked a fellow Walmart shopper in the head with a dustpan, breaking the handle, after the two had a dispute over who was on the correct side of the aisle.” Yet, shoppers who find themselves amongst the hustle and bustle can still enjoy holiday shopping with a few mindfulness tips along with a relaxing edible infused with hemp-derived cannabinoids, such as CBD.  According to Harvard Health, consuming cannabidiol may make you “feel mellow, experience less pain, and be more comfortable.”

Friday, November 24 marks the official start of the holiday shopping season as retailers roll out the carpet for the millions of consumers who wake before sunrise to get the best Black Friday deals.  In 2022, over 72 million consumers participated and this year, it’s expected that more than 1 in 10 shoppers will wait over 2 hours to get in the doors and grab those deals.  “The fact that over a quarter of people (26%) have experienced being pushed or shoved by fellow Black Friday shoppers is a realistic reminder of the intense and sometimes chaotic nature of this shopping event. Additionally, other respondents have gotten into a verbal altercations (7%) and a physical altercations (3%) with other shoppers.”  Just the thought of this may cause anxiety to boil in your blood, but not to worry, medical marijuana hybrid strains that help with hypertension, anxiety and migraines, such as Sunset Sherbet, could be your rescue remedy.

What are the primary triggers of customer-to-customer aisle-rage incidents?

• Crowds and claustrophobia
• Long waits
• Hunger
• Sarcasm
• Demeaning physical expressions
• Environmental temperature
• Stress
• Anxiety
• Frustration

These triggers can be a cocktail for disaster, so planning ahead by finding ways to overcome or avoid them could bring joy back to this holiday event.  “Unfortunately, people often fail to see the long-term consequences of uncontrolled anger. Those can include health effects such as high blood pressure and increased risk of heart disease, as well as social disharmony among family members, friends, and coworkers.”  It’s especially important to do a self-evaluation and get familiar with anger-management techniques in order to reduce the risk of becoming outraged in a bustling shopping environment.

What are effective anger management techniques and therapies?

• Slow, controlled breathing (from your diaphragm, as if it is coming up from your gut)
• Mantra reciting (even if it’s simply, “relax”)
• Visualize yourself in your happy place
• Stretch (this can help to relax your muscles and release anxiety)
• Medicate with calming cannabis
• Practice cognitive restructuring

By practicing these techniques, you can become empowered and mindful.  “Angry people tend to curse, swear, or speak in highly colorful terms that reflect their inner thoughts. When you’re angry, your thinking can get very exaggerated and overly dramatic. Try replacing these thoughts with more rational ones. For instance, instead of telling yourself, “Oh, it’s awful, it’s terrible, everything’s ruined…” tell yourself, “It’s frustrating, and it’s understandable that I’m upset about it, but it’s not the end of the world and getting angry is not going to fix it anyhow.”

It’s normal to feel anger and frustration but how we handle it is key.  Medical marijuana offers many attributes through the cannabinoids that work synergistically with our endocannabinoid system to reduce stress, anxiety and provide nearly instantaneous relaxation.  “The endocannabinoid system plays a role in homeostasis and neuroplasticity, including neurogenesis and refinement of neuronal connections. Increased endocannabinoid signaling is associated with reduced stress response, improved emotion regulation, and increased reward signaling”  Pre-rolls, edibles and vape carts provide easy ways to get your desired dose and enjoy this holiday shopping experience.

Some medical marijuana products may promote joy, inspiration, creativity and relief from social anxiety along with mental and physical relaxation. A simple CBD cart could ease anxiety with a few small puffs.  Being prepared for the commotion by planning ahead with edibles may prevent mood-swings and migraines while providing mental upliftment.  Patients like Jennifer J. (verified purchase), provide testimony. “I’m a fan of edibles but these are my, ‘I need to mellow and check out’ go to. Great taste- I get the thin mint, fast acting- usually within 15-20min & last for several hours. Worth the price!”