Today, in the midst of a skiing misadventure, I found myself grappling with pain like never before. The collision with reality manifested in a bruised leg, which promptly swelled, defying the remedial powers of ice and Advil. Faced with this onslaught of discomfort, a friend suggested a rather unconventional remedy: weed. Skeptical yet desperate for relief, I hesitated, recalling vague warnings about heightened pain awareness among smokers. Nevertheless, curiosity got the best of me, and I embark...