Most popular writing on cannabis and the senses makes the same claim. It sharpens them. Colours look brighter, music sounds richer, food tastes more vivid. It's an appealing idea, and parts of it match what people describe. But it's only a fraction of the story, and the part it leaves out is the part worth understanding. That's because we don't have five senses. We have eight.

The concept of adulting has gained popularity over the last few years and is usually connected to the process of learning and taking on practical responsibilities that are involved in being an independent adult. Think of it as the collection of skills your parents or caregivers might have handled for you growing up: managing finances, maintaining a household, navigating healthcare systems, building professional relationships, and making complex life decisions.