It is well-known that Women have been making increasing inroads in numerous industries over the past few decades, including traditionally male-dominated ones. But one that is really starting to stand out is the fledgling but rapidly growing legal cannabis industry. Both in its humble beginnings as the medical market and its latest incarnation as the recreational market in more and more states, more and more Women are taking advantage of this amazing business opportunity as "ganjapreneurs" and challenging outdated stereotypes at the same time as well. What better time than now?
Contrast this with the black market under the ever-fading relic of cannabis prohibition. There is a reason why so many people refer to their dealer as their "guy"--it is largely a sausage fest for the most part. That is mainly because Women are on average more risk-averse than men, and illegal drug dealing of any sort is a very risky business. But when it is legal, the difference is like day and night in terms of risk, so more Women are getting involved. And at this rate, it won't be long before they take this industry over as well.
Who would have thought that cannabis would be such an engine of female empowerment? Actually, it is really not that surprising, given the history (or should I say, HERstory) of herbal medicine in general--and this one is no exception.
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