Originally Posted by strike for the south
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That's why I said that having an enjoyable life is subjective. But it's also very rare. I hate how I am forced to be redundant all the time just so people understand what the hell I'm talking about.
Originally Posted by strike for the south
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That's why I said that having an enjoyable life is subjective. But it's also very rare. I hate how I am forced to be redundant all the time just so people understand what the hell I'm talking about.
Last edited by Byzantine Prince; 10-09-2005 at 18:20.
so what do you want out of life?Originally Posted by Byzantine Prince
There, but for the grace of God, goes John Bradford
My aim, then, was to whip the rebels, to humble their pride, to follow them to their inmost recesses, and make them fear and dread us. Fear is the beginning of wisdom.
I am tired and sick of war. Its glory is all moonshine. It is only those who have neither fired a shot nor heard the shrieks and groans of the wounded who cry aloud for blood, for vengeance, for desolation.
How do you know its very rare it is subjective isnt itOriginally Posted by Byzantine Prince
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There, but for the grace of God, goes John Bradford
My aim, then, was to whip the rebels, to humble their pride, to follow them to their inmost recesses, and make them fear and dread us. Fear is the beginning of wisdom.
I am tired and sick of war. Its glory is all moonshine. It is only those who have neither fired a shot nor heard the shrieks and groans of the wounded who cry aloud for blood, for vengeance, for desolation.
Yep, I would wager most people are not happy or content. Hence theYou answered your own argument. If I had an enjoyable life... I wouldn't need drugs. But having an enjoyable life is pretty rare, and pretty subjective isn't it Panzer?. If that gets you through your day, then have at it.
Well not exactly. Reading a book, running, or even bungee jumping are all done without changing your state of mind. Natural chemical shifts are not comparable to getting "high" when refering to alcohol or pot. A good test is whether you can stop what you are doing and function in a normal manner withen seconds.Also, Panzer: for me, book-reading v. substance-use in moderation is apples to apples. When you read a book you're high on dopamine, when you go for a run you're high on endorphins, when you bungee jump you're high in adrenaline.
Ask yourself why you spend your hard earned money to drink or smoke pot. Why do you need to change your state of mind that severly if you are already happy? Whether its to escape from life for a little while, to help you be comfortable in social situations, or to have fun(or make things seem fun)... its all about changing your state of mind. Why would you do that if your original state of mind was enjoyable?
I used to get high on God.Originally Posted by PanzerJager
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Some people feel socially pushed to indulge in those activities. I know for myself that I felt a strong urge to drink myself silly because ALL people talked about after weekends was how drunk they got, and how cool it was. Even if you are intellectually superior to these people, which I feel I was, they're going to have an influence on you.Originally Posted by PanzerJager
I honestly don't feel that alcohol alters my state of mind nor does it make me happier. It rather just makes me dizzy and more forward. I feel like I can touch some girls b00b and then not care about it.
Reading a book, running, or even bungee jumping are all done without changing your state of mind. Natural chemical shifts are not comparable to getting "high" when refering to alcohol or pot. A good test is whether you can stop what you are doing and function in a normal manner withen seconds.
Bungee jumping doesnt change your state of mind? Your still using an artificial stimulus to make these chemical shifts. Also it will take you more than a few seconds to recover from bungee jumping. Heck I even get high on playing VI sometimes. I can smoke pot and do anything I normally do perfectly fine. Two beers and Im useless. Its funny I love the show Law and Order. What do the lawyers , judges and cops do at the end of every case? Why they go out and hoist a few.
Fighting for Truth , Justice and the American way
I find that it takes more alcohol than weed to get me useless... I can still operate relatively well after a half bottle of Scotch, but after some pot, then I'm gone...
It was not theirs to reason why,
It was not theirs to make reply,
It was theirs but to do or die.
-The Charge of the Light Brigade - Alfred, Lord Tennyson
"Wherever this stone shall lie, the King of the Scots shall rule"
-Prophecy of the Stone of Destiny
"For God, For King and country, For loved ones home and Empire, For the sacred cause of justice, and The freedom of the world, They buried him among the kings because he, Had done good toward God and toward his house."
-Inscription on the Tomb of the Unknown Warrior
I venture you drink more often than you smoke. Anyone who can still operate relatively well after a half bottle of Scotch better check into AAI find that it takes more alcohol than weed to get me useless... I can still operate relatively well after a half bottle of Scotch, but after some pot, then I'm gone...![]()
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That is not the only cause for drinking.Originally Posted by PanzerJager
I drink beer for the taste. Whenever I go somewhere I try to get some local beer at least once (if it is crap I leave it alone afterwards of course). I like to think of myself as having good taste in beers. I must admit that I prefer eastern (eastern Europe, called Pilsners because of the region Pilsn) beers a lot, their strong bitterness and rather light taste while long aftertaste is very pleasant. But I also like the soft almost creamy Bavarian beers and a good British ale. I don't like the strong, heavy and often thick Scottish and Irish beers. I can enjoy a Kilkenny now and then though. And I think the sweet and fruity Belgian beers are often too much.
And yes, alcohol is a very important part of the taste. I have tried a lot of either light or non-alcoholic beers, and never have I tried one that I would consider better than a good mediocre beer. So the taste of alcohol is also a reason for drinking.
I must say that pot can't be said to be exactly tasty or similar, it is for pure highs.
Of course I drink heavily at parties and such, but that can be attributed to the relaxed state you get in, and the slower pace of events. Not to say that many things are simply more fun (see similarities to pot?). Besides alcohol contains good deal of energy (half again as much as fat) so you will often be able to stay up longer when drunk... That can of course tip over, so that if you are already tired before drinking you will fall asleep faster, or if you consume too much you will also fall asleep. Careful balance.
You may not care about war, but war cares about you!
I don't drink much. In reference to the other altered state, I can. I know many who can, and many who can't, so I'm not sure I agree that this would be such a good test. Effects vary from person to person, amount consumed, length of time the person has been a regular consumer, etc.Originally Posted by PanzerJager
For a few, the affects of marijuana might seem "severe," but I would guess that most would consider the effects quite mild. To me, it is a subtle, mellow effect. Admittedly, it's been quite a long time since I've enjoyed it; my current circumstances are not compatible with that activity.Originally Posted by PanzerJager
Some of us enjoy contrasting states of mind, particularly when surroundings or circumstances are enhanced by it. I would not partoke if visiting my family, for example (I take multiple aspirins for that), but if I was going on a backpack trip, watching sunsets from atop a mountain overlooking a lake ... you dig?Originally Posted by PanzerJager
For others, it's not so easy to change their surroundings by going somewhere more pleasant. Changing one's state of mind can make unpleasant surroundings or circumstances more bearable, or more interesting. This can be helpful, or harmful, depending on a number of factors.
Be intent on loyalty
While others aspire to perform meritorious services
Concentrate on purity of intent
While those around you are beset by egoism
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but if I was going on a backpack trip, watching sunsets from atop a mountain overlooking a lake ... you dig?
yep always bring a shovel when backpacking .![]()
A special high I think all should try to experience is a full solar eclipse... It is honestly very strange. You do go all giddy and silly. It is hard to explain, but it is great fun and you do feel special that you have witnessed that.
I'm waiting with great hope for the next full eclipse to come to Europe in a few years. Saw the one that passed through northern France in 99 (in Verdun of all places).
You may not care about war, but war cares about you!
I think that both are bad in excess but ok if used responsibly. Some people can handle their “high” and others cant. That’s where things get tricky, we can’t regulate laws for each person, “you’re a mean drunk, no booze for you.” or “Sorry, when you get high you are too lazy, its illegal for you.” I’m ok with both being legal and letting people figure it out for themselves but that is kind of irresponsible because I just know letting some people have a drug is like handing them a pair of scissors and telling them to run with um.
Also, I think weed could be just as harmful statistically as alcohol if it was legal and given a chance to affect more people. Imagine if all the millions of people having a drink after work were smoking a fatty instead. Weed alters your mood, releases inhibitions, effects reflexes, etc. It has been my experience that weed is used by people that are usually more prepared for it and are somewhere safe, where alcohol is used anywhere anytime by anyone. I think it is easy to get more drunk than you plan because it takes longer to affect you and when you are thirsty you want to drink and the punch of alcohol can be covered with yummy flavors, I have seen (and been one of the) people drink way more than they planned for all those reasons. But I don’t know anyone that got too high because it tasted good - Loooooong drag… hold it… cough… hold it… let it out… ... ... man, that tasted like Oreos, gimme some more!![]()
Anyway, moderation and self-control are key.![]()
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Well said DA, very very trueOriginally Posted by Divinus Arma
I've seen way too much; I've seen people almost killed because they got drunk and pissed off a bigger, stronger drunk. I've also seen drunks, and sober alcoholics, send their wimmen to the emergency room or had the cops come.Originally Posted by Del Arroyo
No doubtOriginally Posted by Byzantine Prince
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