29 - Growing Up With Chronic Pain & Stigma: Kaylee’s Story of Coping & Self - Advocacy.

This week on the Canna Curious Podcast, Kyla sits down with Kaylee, a young woman whose journey with her body, identity, and the plant is as complex as it is courageous.From navigating early puberty and intense body-image scrutiny, to experiencing schoolyard bullying and being dismissed by the medical system, Kaylee’s story shines a light on what it feels like to grow up “different” and how the plant became a source of relief, regulation, and finally, self-agency.Together, we explore:Early puberty and the impact it had on her sense of selfThe pain, stigma, and isolation she faced as a teenagerHow misunderstanding and medical minimisation shaped her early experiences of healthDiscovering cannabis  not as escape, but as groundingReaction to the COVID vaccinationHow workplace policies still fail medicinal cannabis patientsStigma, double standards, and being a woman who uses the plantLearning to advocate for her own health, safety, and wellbeingBuilding community and documenting her story on @4beanzyThis is an honest, nuanced conversation about growing up, reclaiming your voice, and refusing to shrink yourself to make others comfortable.If you’ve ever felt dismissed, judged, or misunderstood in your relationship with your body or your medicine  this episode is for you.Where to find KayleeInstagram: @4beanzySupport ServicesBecause we discuss themes of bullying, emotional distress, medical gaslighting, and workplace discrimination, please reach out if you need support: AustraliaLifeline — 13 11 14Beyond Blue — 1300 22 46361800 RESPECT (Family & sexual violence support) — 1800 737 732Kids Helpline (for young people 5–25) — 1800 55 1800If you’re outside Australia, please check local resources or national crisis hotlines.What is BPD - Borderline personality disorder https://www.sane.org/information-and-resources/facts-and-guides/borderline-personality-disorder"Send us a message"Support the showConnect with Kyla de CliffordInstagram: @cannacuriousausTikTok: @cannacuriousauYouTube: @cannacuriousIf you enjoyed this episode, please follow, share, and leave a review - it helps the podcast reach more curious minds just like you.Sovereign Creator • https://sovereigncreator.ioDisclaimer:We are not doctors, and this is not medical advice. Everything shared here is based on our personal lived experiences and the stories of others. Always speak with a qualified healthcare professional before making any changes to your health or wellness routine.