With the growing global and U.S. acceptance (where legalization and new laws are changing for the betterment of the plant), we lack a mature and literary voice into cannabis culture. A voice which focuses on educating and enlightening users and non-users alike on the benefits of ma*****na. We have the answer that society needs. Change. Cultivate. Founded in 2014, MARY is the leading lifestyle maga
zine, published by Fresh Media Inc. that explores ways for readers to educate and enlighten themselves on the culture of cannabis; change and eliminate the stigmas, clichés, and stereotypes associated with this image; and cultivate community and togetherness with family and friends. EDUCATE
In the last 40 years since ma*****na has become popular in the U.S, the image of cannabis went from a fun-loving social element in the 60’s and 70’s, to falling on the wrong side of the Drug War in the 80’s and 90’s, to finally finding its rightful place amongst the people in the 2000’s. The medicinal world has opened its arms to cannabis with countless tales of people who use the plant to deal with their ailments and illnesses. It’s clear the cannabis boom is alive and well in America, and companies are launching and getting into the industry, finding their place in this next era prohibition. What both sides lack are a dedicated literary and visual voice to help share their stories and change the way society perceives cannabis sativa. CHANGE
Even with the growing acceptance of cannabis, many still have negative thoughts on nation wide legalization whether for medicinal, recreational or both and its effect on users – this is where MARY comes in. We’ve pulled together a well-experienced editorial and creative team, all of whom support the vision we’ve set forth. Collectively, we can’t wait to get this magazine in society’s hands so the fight is one step closer to being won, and the lives of the people and their relationship with cannabis can be documented. Together, we can change and eliminate the stigmas, clichés, and stereotypes that haunt the community. CULTIVATE
It’s no secret that cannabis brings people together and puts them in a happier, peaceful, and less stressful state of mind. There’s a whole world waiting to be shown that cannabis users aren’t the lazy, unorganized, and irresponsible individuals whom have been stereotyped as such. If you’re still reading this, then you are one of the few who truly understands the importance of this platform and the need for great and authentic storytelling and high quality content.
