Though you’re not likely to see him endorsing the stereotypical 420 lifestyle, Of Mice & Men is a longtime user and proponent of medical marijuana. Carlile has had a lifelong struggle with his health due to Marfans Syndrome and has underwent numerous surgeries in the past year following initial complications caused by it. Speaking with thekindland.com, Carlile said of his introduction to the herb:
“Between heart medications, physical therapy, water therapy and exercise; pain medication, protein supplements—I’ve seen it all. But I’ll never forget the first time I heard: “You should try medical marijuana.” I was appalled! It was shortly after my first heart surgery, and I was tired of taking the conventional pain medication they were giving me. It was making me sick. The person who first recommended I try medical marijuana was actually the cardiologist who I still see to this day. If I can trust someone with my actual heart in their hands, I should trust when he says to try cannabis, instead of chemical remedies and medications that only mask the problem.”
Rather than smoke it though, Carlile takes a different approach:
“Smoking is bad for your voice. And I’m not a fan of THC for pain relief—CBD is where you’ll find me. I enjoy the relief on my body, joints, and aching bones, without the psychoactive effects of THC. As a kid, my mother would have to rub my legs and feet every night, as I would scream and contort my body in pain. Even now, sleeping is something I struggle with. Pain loves coming out when you want to pass out. Pain loves keeping you awake. But with the help of a CBD Cheeba Chew, or THC/CBD bath-salt-soak in hot water, or with any of my various creams—I find the relief I’ve always needed, without taking pills that don’t lead to anything good.”
He later offered:
“I don’t care much for the typical “stoner lifestyle.” I don’t talk about cannabis much, nor do I promote it. But I will say this: Make it legal and tax it. Legal cannabis represents a new way for Americans to earn income, and is an alternative to medicines that only make people more sick. The pharmaceutical industry should take a harder look at the people they are poisoning, and not to their own growing wallets.”
