A Wellness Day in Downtown Boston: Combining Cannabis with Yoga, Meditation, and Relaxation

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There are plenty of exciting places to visit in Boston, and most tourists flock to notable attractions such as the aquarium or Freedom Trail. While seeing these sites is worthwhile, not everyone wants to spend their day at the tourism highlights. If you are considering a more relaxed wellness day in downtown Boston instead, there are so many opportunities that you could spend days savoring it all. And by combining your wellness journey with cannabis, you can take your experience to entirely new levels.

Still, choosing the right strain to pair with your activities is just as important as where you choose to go.

Here are some recommendations not just for places to try yoga, meditation, and relaxation in Boston but also for which strains to pair with this self-care experience.

Ideal Strains for Relaxation

In general, the strains that work best for a wellness day in downtown Boston are Indicas or Indica-forward hybrids. That being said, some highly curated Sativa varieties have unique benefits to offer. Consider:

• Blue Dream: A Sativa-dominant hybrid, Blue Dream is great for a wellness journey because it mixes a cerebral high with relaxation that washes over the entire body. This combination is especially impactful for activities such as yoga, as the mind can roam to new and exciting places while the body extends into a deeply relaxed, almost meditative state. Blue Dream also helps to mitigate anxiety and stress.
• Wedding Cake: Another hybrid, this time with a heavier Indica influence, Wedding Cake may be known in your area as Triangle Mints #23. With a THC content in the 20% range, this strain is not suited to beginners, but it can be a great way for more experienced connoisseurs to try something new and impactful. Expect deep relaxation paired with euphoric creativity, perfect for a slow day embracing nature, friendships, and learning.
• Girl Scout Cookies: GSC is an Indica hybrid that is hard to beat when it comes to intense relaxation. It’s best used in an unstructured environment due to its tendency to provide relaxation that reduces fine motor control. This makes it especially ideal for meditation activities.
• Northern Lights: The Indica strain stands out as one of the most famous of all time, and for good reason. Its ability to ease muscular pain and calm the mind makes it a great fit for yoga and meditation. It can clear your thoughts so you can embrace the deep relaxation within the body without fighting against intrusive or racing thoughts.

Downtown Boston’s Wellness Hotspots

Now that you have some cannabis suggestions to pair with your dive into downtown Boston, consider some of the most relaxing and enriching things you can do on your wellness excursion. In particular, the following locations are a great place to start:

• The Public Library: For some people, fewer things are as relaxing as cozying up with a good book. The Public Library also offers education on wellness practices such as meditation and mindfulness for those who are not sure where to start. On scheduled days of the month, visitors can find yoga classes at the library, too!
• Freeform Meditation in Nature: Boston is located in the heart of a vibrant natural landscape, so if you do not want or need a teacher, consider heading out into nature yourself. Boston Public Garden and Franklin Park are among the best places to try but choose a location that speaks to your specific interests: natural streams and creeks, towering trees, a view of the skyline, or something else.
• The Boston Common Yoga: For those specifically targeting yoga in one of Boston’s most iconic locations, the Boston Common is proud to offer free summer yoga events that anyone can participate in! Held at the relaxing Frog Pond, this union of nature and city life is just the right tone for some yoga participants.
• Private Practices: Of course, if you want a closely guided wellness experience, Boston is home to plenty of private practices in many areas. From yoga to guided meditation, spa treatments, full-body massages, and more, the only limitation to what you can find is how much you’re willing to look.

Embrace Relaxation in Downtown Boston

Boston is an energetic city full of lively downtown attractions, but that does not mean that you can’t find your own slice of relaxation in the downtown area. Whether you feel the pull of meditation, yoga, or something else, there are plenty of opportunities once you start looking.

Before you go, be sure to stock up on cannabis that pairs well with your plans. Stop by Pure Oasis’ dispensaries to see what we have in stock and speak to a knowledgeable budtender about the right strain for your goals.