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Originally Posted by jonathan

Most (if not every) culture has used drugs to some extent, so to relativize drug use as something fundamentally unique to this culture is a bit of a stretch. I'm not saying I disagree with what you're saying. I have also been recently liberated from the throws of excess, and I'm a much better person for it. That doesn't mean I don't take a hit of some weed every once in a while, or have a beer, but it's all about priorities and moderation. You're overlooking the anti-drug cultural hegemony that is totally blown out of proportion and tells horrendous half-truths about these drugs and their inherent risks.

I definitely agree, all drugs are risky when used excessively. I think honest drug information is exactly what is needed because a well-educated population is one that (theoretically) can make smart choices. I'm a little fucked up by my excessive weed use, I think, if not for all the years I spent listening to the Soft Machine in my room by myself, bowl in hand. I know people that have developed some anxiety issues that they're fairly certain are related to their weed use. I'm pretty sure I have as well. Regardless, had I used weed moderately (twice a week at the very most), I think I would be in a much better position. Same goes for booze. Hallucinageons are a different deal. Really, only certain people can use them successfully. I happen to be one of those people. I'm relatively stable and had overall positive experiences with them. At the same time, I never used them excessively (except salvia) so maybe I'm not one to talk.

The bottom line. Do your research. Know yourself. Moderation.

idk who jonathan is
but he always seems like the one sane person on the board