38 - I’m Not Interested in Being “Responsible” Anymore with Kyla de Clifford.

In this episode, ’m unpacking why I’ve started to push back on the idea of “responsible use” — at least the way it’s so often applied to women.Because when we really look at it, “responsible” rarely means neutral or supportive.It usually means self-monitoring, self-correcting, and self-blaming — layered on top of bodies that are already expected to manage pain, emotion, cycles, stress, and capacity without much support.This conversation isn’t about encouraging recklessness. It’s about questioning why women are so often asked to carry extra moral weight when it comes to their bodies and why cannabis has become another place where we’re expected to prove we’re doing it properly.In this episode, I explore:How “responsibility” has become a gendered expectationWhy women are taught caution while men are given permission to experimentThe emotional cost of constant self-surveillanceHow self-monitoring disconnects us from pleasure, rest, and trustWhere this messaging comes from — medicine, regulation, and wellness cultureThe difference between compliance and agencyWhy I’m more interested in discernment than rulesThis is a quieter but firmer episode. Less about advice. More about power, agency, and what it means to be in relationship with your body without supervision.If this episode feels uncomfortable, that’s okay.And if it feels relieving — you’re not alone."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.