3 Ways to Use CBD Oil You Haven’t Thought Of
January 28, 2026
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Chiang Mai is the Digital Nomad Capital of the World.
Walk into any cafe in Nimman, the Old City, or around the Night Bazaar, and you see the same scene: rows of MacBooks, noise-canceling headphones, and intense expressions. From the outside, it looks like paradise. You are living in Thailand, eating Khao Soi for lunch, and enjoying the tropical weather.
But the reality of the “Laptop Lifestyle” is often quite stressful.
You are juggling time zones, taking calls at 2:00 AM because your client is in New York. You are battling unstable Wi-Fi connections right before a deadline. You are managing a business while sitting on a wooden stool that is slowly destroying your posture.
And then, there is the “Zoom Anxiety.”
We all know the feeling. The calendar notification pops up: “Meeting in 10 minutes.” Your heart rate spikes. Your palms get sweaty. You chug your third iced Americano of the day, which only makes the jitters worse. You are wired, anxious, and scatterbrained.
Many people think the solution is more caffeine (to focus) or alcohol (to relax). But there is a third way—a biological “hack” that allows you to remain sharp, articulate, and completely calm, without intoxication.
At HazeBuds Cannabis Dispensary, we serve thousands of nomads at our Old City, Chiang Mai Gate, and Sridonchai branches. We know you can’t show up to a client meeting stoned. That is why we are champions of CBD (Cannabidiol), specifically the professional-grade Diip Tinctures.
“Work smarter, not harder. Try our focus-enhancing CBD.”
You optimize your laptop, your software, and your workspace. It is time to optimize your biology. Here is your guide to using CBD to conquer the digital nomad lifestyle.
To understand why CBD works, you have to understand the chemical cocktail currently running through the average digital nomad’s veins.
Most remote workers run on a cycle of Caffeine and Cortisol.
Caffeine: You drink coffee to wake up. This blocks adenosine (the sleepy chemical) and triggers adrenaline.
Cortisol: The stress of work, travel, and deadlines spikes your cortisol (the stress hormone).
The Crash: By 2:00 PM, you are exhausted but wired (“tired but wide awake”). You can’t focus because your brain is overstimulated.
When you are in this state, a Zoom call feels like a threat. Your fight-or-flight response is activated. You might stutter, lose your train of thought, or feel an overwhelming urge to close your laptop and run away.
Why THC isn’t the answer (during work hours): While we love a good Sativa like Pineapple Express or Jelly Donutz, high-THC cannabis can be risky for deep work.
It affects short-term memory (bad for presentations).
It can induce paranoia in social situations (bad for meetings).
It can make you lose track of time (bad for deadlines).
You need something that lowers the noise without turning off the power. Enter CBD.
CBD (Cannabidiol) is the non-psychoactive compound found in cannabis. It will not get you high. It will not make your eyes red. It will not give you the munchies.
Instead, it acts as a modulator for your Endocannabinoid System (ECS).
1. The “Brake Pedal” for Anxiety CBD interacts with serotonin receptors (specifically 5-HT1A). Serotonin is the chemical that regulates mood and anxiety. When you take CBD, it signals your body to stop overproducing cortisol. It physically slows down a racing heart and unclenches a tight jaw.
2. The “Focus” Factor Many people confuse “sedation” with “calm.”
Sedation: You want to sleep (like taking a sleeping pill).
Calm: The absence of distraction. CBD removes the “mental clutter” of anxiety. When you aren’t worrying about the Wi-Fi or what your boss thinks of you, your brain has more resources to dedicate to the task at hand. This is Flow State.
3. The Coffee Balance This is the ultimate biohack. Taking CBD with your coffee. Caffeine gives you energy; CBD smooths out the edges. It prevents the jitters and the anxiety spike, leaving you with clean, sustainable focus.
Not all CBD is created equal. If you buy a random bottle of “Hemp Oil” from a night market stall, you are likely buying expensive olive oil with zero active ingredients.
At HazeBuds, we carry Diip, a brand we trust for professionals.
Why Diip? Diip specializes in high-quality tinctures designed for therapeutic use.
Precision Dosing: The dropper allows you to control exactly how many milligrams you consume. This is crucial for work. You don’t want to guess.
Fast Absorption: Diip tinctures are designed to be taken sublingually (under the tongue). This bypasses the digestive system and enters the bloodstream in 15–20 minutes. This is perfect for when you get a surprise “Can we hop on a call?” message.
Discreet: The bottle looks like a vitamin supplement or a fancy skincare product. You can keep it on your desk at a coworking space like Yellow or Alt_Chiang Mai without anyone batting an eye.
The Diip Experience: It doesn’t taste like “weed.” It usually has a mild, earthy, or minty flavor. It feels clean. Within 20 minutes, you won’t feel “drugged.” You will simply notice that the knot in your stomach has untied itself.
How do you integrate this into your workday? Here are three protocols we recommend based on typical nomad scenarios.
Scenario: You have a presentation with a major client. You are nervous. You need to be articulate and confident. The Dose: 20–30mg of Diip CBD. Timing: 30 minutes before the call. The Result: Your voice will be steady. Your heart rate will be normal. You will feel “grounded.” You will be able to listen to questions and answer them without panic.
Scenario: You have to write code, design a logo, or write a 2,000-word blog post (meta, right?). You need to focus for 4 hours without distraction. The Dose: 10–15mg of Diip CBD + Your favorite coffee. Timing: With your morning caffeine. The Result: The CBD counteracts the coffee jitters. You enter a “tunnel vision” mode where distractions fade away. You might find yourself working for 3 hours straight without checking your phone.
Scenario: You finished work at 3:00 AM because your team is in London. You are wired and looking at blue light, but you need to sleep. The Dose: 40–50mg of Diip CBD (High Dose). Timing: Immediately when you close your laptop. The Result: At higher doses, CBD can be sedative. It helps shut down the “work brain” so you can transition to “rest mode” without needing sleeping pills or alcohol.
Since you are in Chiang Mai, you are likely working from one of the city’s amazing cafes. Here is how to pair your location with your HazeBuds products.
1. Near HazeBuds Old City (Sunday Walking Street area)
Workspace: See You Soon Cafe or My Secret Cafe In Town.
The Strategy: These spots are relaxed but busy. Take your Diip tincture before you head out. The CBD will help you tune out the noise of tourists and focus on your emails.
2. Near HazeBuds Sridonchai (Night Bazaar/Chang Klan)
Workspace: Kamphaeng Ngam Hotel Lobby or nearby cafes.
The Strategy: This is a business district. Use CBD to maintain a professional edge. If you have a lunch meeting, CBD helps with social lubrication without the intoxication of a midday beer.
3. Near HazeBuds Chiang Mai Gate
Workspace: Clay Studio Coffee in the Garden.
The Strategy: This is an outdoor, garden vibe. It’s peaceful. A lower dose of CBD here enhances the connection to nature (the birds, the terracotta brick walls) while you work on creative tasks.
We are HazeBuds, so we love THC too. But for the digital nomad, THC belongs in the “After 5 PM” (or whenever your shift ends) category.
Drawing a hard line between “Work Mode” and “Chill Mode” is essential for preventing burnout.
Work Mode: Diip CBD Tincture + Coffee.
Chill Mode: A pre-roll of Cashew Sundae or Banana Melt.
Once the laptop is closed, head to one of our shops. Switching from CBD to a heavy Indica like Banana Melt (34% THC) signals to your brain that the workday is officially over. It is the physical act of “logging off.”
The Anti-Burnout Routine:
Finish work.
Take a walk to HazeBuds.
Buy a gram of Alien Mints (Indica – 23%).
Go get a massage or some street food.
Smoke.
Sleep.
Repeat.
Q: Will CBD show up on a drug test? A: Pure CBD isolate usually does not, but Full Spectrum oils contain trace amounts of THC. If your remote job requires strict drug testing, ask our budtenders for a Broad Spectrum or Isolate version of Diip.
Q: Can I travel with Diip Tinctures? A: Domestic travel within Thailand? Yes, absolutely. Flying internationally? Be very careful. While legal in Thailand, CBD is still restricted in many neighboring countries (Singapore, Malaysia, etc.). Always check the laws of your destination.
Q: How long does a bottle last? A: If you take a standard “focus dose” (15mg) daily, a standard 30ml bottle can last you a month. It is a very cost-effective productivity tool compared to buying 5 coffees a day.
Why buy your CBD from us and not online or at a pharmacy?
1. Knowledge: Our staff understands the specific needs of travelers. We know what “Zoom Fatigue” is. We can look at you and tell if you need a “Wake Up” strain or a “Calm Down” oil.
2. Freshness: Cannabinoids degrade over time if stored improperly (heat and light are enemies). At HazeBuds, our Diip tinctures are stored in climate-controlled environments to ensure potency.
3. Community: Our shops are hubs for the community. You might meet other nomads at our Old City or Sridonchai branches. It’s a great place to network… in a very relaxed way.
As a digital nomad, you spend thousands of dollars on your laptop, your noise-canceling headphones, and your ergonomic travel stand. You invest in these things because they help you work better.
You should view CBD in the same way. It is a tool. It is software for your brain.
Don’t let anxiety ruin your time in Chiang Mai. Don’t let stress steal your focus. You came here to enjoy life, not just to stare at a screen in a state of panic.
Work smarter, not harder.
Come visit us at HazeBuds. Ask for the Diip Tincture. Take a few drops. And crush that Zoom call with the calm confidence of a Zen master.
See you at the shop.
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