Alcohol

[Dr. Percival Cox]

I've never had the urge to drink. Probably from growing up and seeing the people around me get plastered and vomit on their shirts. That was BIG motivation for me not to drink. Plus, I come from a line of alcoholics and I don't really like the idea of having that type of addiction. I've got friends who drink and then they're like "I'll DriVE YoU HoooOOme" and I'm like "You know what? I'll walk. Yeah, I know my house is ten miles away. It's fine." What? I'm not getting into a car with a person that's so drunk off their ass that they can't even find where their's is. I do dumb things, but I'm not that dumb.

 

[Dee]

Dude, I hear that a lot. It's so sick. At least three people I know who drink and were tipsy/drunk got in a car and drove it. That makes me so mad. I mean, I get wanting to drink. Sure. Fine. That's great. I'll pass, but you go right ahead. However, to hear someone got behind the wheel of a car even if they're not totally 'drunk' is infuriating. I want to punch them in the face and smash their windshield in or call the cops and have them arrested in the act or something. I would totally do it. That shit pisses me off; especially this one person that I know who is in the process of becoming a police officer.... >_> It's even worse when they don't think much about it.

Seriously, drunk driving laws need to be way more harsh. First time, license suspension fee/jail time (both). Crack down hard. This shit is serious.

 

[Tmoo]

i despise the taste of alcohol and its effect makes me queasy. i don't like feeling light-headed. this is also why i don't drink caffeine products often, despite my love for the taste of coffee. i'm not reeling against the binge culture, i just genuinely hate the taste and the effect. i'd much rather drink some orange juice.

 

[M1ghty Mous3]

Dude, I hear that a lot. It's so sick. At least three people I know who drink and were tipsy/drunk got in a car and drove it. That makes me so mad. I mean, I get wanting to drink. Sure. Fine. That's great. I'll pass, but you go right ahead. However, to hear someone got behind the wheel of a car even if they're not totally 'drunk' is infuriating. I want to punch them in the face and smash their windshield in or call the cops and have them arrested in the act or something. I would totally do it. That shit pisses me off; especially this one person that I know who is in the process of becoming a police officer.... >_> It's even worse when they don't think much about it.

Seriously, drunk driving laws need to be way more harsh. First time, license suspension fee/jail time (both). Crack down hard. This shit is serious.

They do need to be harsher. That or peoplwneed to start wising up. If Irink, I'm stationary. Unless the person driving is sober, in which case I have no qualms with what so ever.

Some people just shouldn't be allowed to drink, not for their health, but for others' health. Some people are so fuckng stupid whilst drunk it's not even funny. Like i can understand wanting to walk around drunk, yea, sure no probem. But when you feel you have to drive is where the picket fence stops.

 

[Rasputin]

Never drank alcohol. Trying to keep the mind pure, you know? Drinking causes brain damage and other nasty effects, not to mention the possibility of doing something stupid while under the influence that could land me in much trouble afterwards. Besides, it isn't even legal here, so it isn't worth the effort.

 

[Gaige]

Yes, I have consumed alcohol before, and yes, I have been drunk. However, they say the true self comes out when you drink alcohol. I've seen some people who are absolutely wonderful sober, and when drunk, all this venom just comes out. Personally, I think alcohol can be a good thing, in moderation. but there's a fine line. Too much of anything's bad for you.

 

[Sharun]

I like to drink sometimes, but I tend to drink too much. Gladly you'll learn from mistakes so I'm not as wasted as I used to be when I went to have a drink. I like it, because it's easier to make contacts and talk to people, have fun. You just need to drink with right people. Couple of my friends go all depressed and totally nuts when they drink and they get these crazy ideas and you have to keep an eye out for them. It's not very funny and they act like that every time. With the right attitude you can have lots of fun while drinking, that's what I think. If you're drunk and do something stupid, you can only blame yourself. Alcohol does not make the choice, you do.

 

[Hirude]

I dislike alcohol because I feel like there is no need for drinking in my case, as I can have fun without it. My dad is an alchoholic which makes it self explanatory why I don't want to drink cus it reminds me off that. The only thing I can drink is Apple Cider which is only 2% so you won't get drunk, if you were to be drunk by it you would have to drink a lot, but you would most likely puke before you get drunk. XD

 

[Nocturne]

I love how some of the people getting defensive about those who dont like it start saying that you need to look at yourself with it, not other people. Do you use that logic with everything? Because if not, you are picking and choosing. EVERYONE looks at experiences other people have with EVERYTHING to see what it may be like and to get an idea of how it may affect them. It's common sense.

On that note, Im not a fan of alcohol for many many reasons. First off, alcohol IS a drug. It's just a socially acceptable one that people make tons of money on, so they will never make it illegal now. There is no difference to me from people using alcohol to get drunk, then it is to use cocaine or heroine. They all have similar effects on the body and are horrible for you. I see some people used the excuse in small amounts it's good for you. Actually that's not correct. Im guessing those who said that either read it online or heard it from some other source that is similar like the news etc. FALSE. Im a pharmacy major and EVERY Doctor or chemist or health related professional says that it MAY be good in small amounts, but they dont recommend people to start drinking if they dont. You know why? Because they dont know if it is good and more evidence points towards it being detrimental to you rather than good for you. Alcohol itself is directly cardiotoxic, as well as very damaging to the liver and brain. Those the most, but basically it is bad for every organ in the body.

Besides the unhealthiness of it (a glass of grape juice is better for you than wine. It's not the alcohol in the wine that is beneficial unlike some people like to believe, its the antioxidants in the grapes that were used in it, which in turn, antioxidants in large amounts are also bad for you), but also the way people act who drink it. So you say it loosens you up to have fun or break the ice. Personally, I think if you cant act yourself and have a good time without something altering your behavior then you have something wrong. Man up and be an outgoing person yourself, or dont. I see so many people who drink just to get drunk or people who drink to get a buzz act like complete and utter morons. I dont want to hang out with or around people like that.

In addition to that, people use alcohol for disrespectful things to such as getting a woman drunk enough to have sex with them, etc etc. Anyone who does that, deserves to have the hell beat out of them. I know not everyone does this, but the fact is, people do this and use alcohol to do it. This = Me having another reason to hate the substance.

Pretty much, most people act like alcohol is the greatest thing and tend to let it get out of hand. If people actually just drank a little bit of it just for the taste every once in a while, Id have no problem with it. But most people dont just do that. And it's ridiculous to assume that they do, because it just isnt true. A very small percentage of the people who drink, dont let it get the best of them.

It can and mostly always leads to problems in people's lives whether its a big problem like domestic abuse, drunk driving that ends up in death of someone, or even getting fired from a job for being late. All the people Ive met who dont drink, tend to be more responsible and more caring about the well being of those around them then those who do drink.

Needless to say, it's something Ill never do for these reasons in summary: People tend to be jerks due to alcohol when they drink, it can seriously mess up people's lives, it isnt healthy for you, and it tastes like garbage (hence why some people need to "get used to it". Im not going to say you are a horrible person if you drink, because there are very awesome people who do, but then again, good people make bad decisions and it can mess their lives up or another persons life. Im fine having a can of pepsi/coke (though its bad for you too, but at least it cant alter your thinking and actions) and keeping my wits and having a good time without a destructive substance.

To those who do drink, I hope nothing bad happens to you because of your decision to do so. Never good to see bad things happen to people.

 

[Dee]

I've always found it pathetic when people say they need alcohol to 'loosen up' as well. I think if you need a substance to have the balls to be yourself and speak your mind (when it's appropriate/or even when it's not), then that just goes to show how weak or frightened one truly is. In any case, if that is how one wishes to proceed with their social life, then more power to them. I, personally, don't hold very much respect for individuals who are too scared to have the confidence to do it themselves without the help of a substance, but, eh, that's just how many people tend to be. I know that's not everyone's reasoning for wanting to drink, but it's one that I hear quite a bit.

 

[Donald Trump]

Besides the unhealthiness of it (a glass of grape juice is better for you than wine. It's not the alcohol in the wine that is beneficial unlike some people like to believe, its the antioxidants in the grapes that were used in it, which in turn, antioxidants in large amounts are also bad for you), but also the way people act who drink it. So you say it loosens you up to have fun or break the ice. Personally, I think if you cant act yourself and have a good time without something altering your behavior then you have something wrong. Man up and be an outgoing person yourself, or dont. I see so many people who drink just to get drunk or people who drink to get a buzz act like complete and utter morons. I dont want to hang out with or around people like that.

Drinking like smoking like taking drugs is a social thing. Whilst it's all very well and good to say that if you need alcohol to talk to women/whatever you are pathetic etc, it's unfair. Some people are shy and whilst they should man up etc they can't, so if a shot of vodka gives them the courage they need to go over and talk to someone, I think it's a good thing.
You may not want to hang out with binge drinkers, and they would probably shun your company. Some people will never be friends.

In addition to that, people use alcohol for disrespectful things to such as getting a woman drunk enough to have sex with them, etc etc. Anyone who does that, deserves to have the hell beat out of them. I know not everyone does this, but the fact is, people do this and use alcohol to do it. This = Me having another reason to hate the substance.

So drinking alcohol makes women lose their ability to say no? If you let some guy drink you under the table so that he can fuck you, you are partly responsible. Unless she's been coerced or is unconscious it's her own fault.

Pretty much, most people act like alcohol is the greatest thing and tend to let it get out of hand. If people actually just drank a little bit of it just for the taste every once in a while, Id have no problem with it. But most people dont just do that. And it's ridiculous to assume that they do, because it just isnt true. A very small percentage of the people who drink, dont let it get the best of them.

And I think people should be allowed to behave however they like. I would say without judgement but that'll never happen. If people want to get drunk or get high that's their right.

It can and mostly always leads to problems in people's lives whether its a big problem like domestic abuse, drunk driving that ends up in death of someone, or even getting fired from a job for being late. All the people Ive met who dont drink, tend to be more responsible and more caring about the well being of those around them then those who do drink.

I find this offensive. But to this argument, no. It's just irrelevant. People do these things anyway.

Alcohol is a drug and undoubtedly it is bad for you. But who cares, all things are bad for you.

 

[Nocturne]

Drinking like smoking like taking drugs is a social thing. Whilst it's all very well and good to say that if you need alcohol to talk to women/whatever you are pathetic etc, it's unfair. Some people are shy and whilst they should man up etc they can't, so if a shot of vodka gives them the courage they need to go over and talk to someone, I think it's a good thing.
You may not want to hang out with binge drinkers, and they would probably shun your company. Some people will never be friends.

Only thing I want to say about this is, just because some is considered social, doesnt mean it is right.

So drinking alcohol makes women lose their ability to say no? If you let some guy drink you under the table so that he can fuck you, you are partly responsible. Unless she's been coerced or is unconscious it's her own fault.

Yeah it is partly their fault too. What's your point? It just means both parties are doing something stupid and disrespectful.

And I think people should be allowed to behave however they like. I would say without judgement but that'll never happen. If people want to get drunk or get high that's their right.

So do you use the same logic for someone who wants to go out and kill someone? I mean, isnt it their right to be able to do whatever they want to do without being judged? EVERYONE judges people. It's human nature, from the littlest thing to the biggest thing.

I find this offensive. But to this argument, no. It's just irrelevant. People do these things anyway.

How is it offensive? Im going off of what I have experienced first hand. That;s what Ive seen when I compare the two subsets of people. It isnt true for all of them, but as a whole, my statements stands on my own experience. Plus it does usually lead to a problem down the line.

Alcohol is a drug and undoubtedly it is bad for you. But who cares, all things are bad for you.

And that is a false statement. Not everything is bad for you. One thing I cant stand is when people are accepting of everything. It's just like people who arent accepting of things at all. Tilt too far in one direction and progress of any sort is never going to be made.

 

[Rydia]

I'm not really a fan of beer. Yeah it's an acquired taste, but I can't drink it enough to acquire that taste.

I like whine and I like "girly drinks". Yeah whine coolers, strawberry dacories(lol spelling) anything with flavored ice in it. I can get drunk pretty fast too. Though I don't do it as much as I used to becaues I become quite a handful and will require a babysitter >.<

Interesting thing, I have a cousin who gets extremely violent if he drinks hard liquor. (He throws things, hits people, yells in other's faces.) Though if he just drinks beer or lighter drinks, even if he drinks as much alchol as would be in the hard drinks, he's just a goofy drunk. And for the record, he no longer drinks hard liquor. He will have beer at parties.

 

[Donald Trump]

Only thing I want to say about this is, just because some is considered social, doesnt mean it is right.

There is no right and wrong, they're subjective.

Yeah it is partly their fault too. What's your point? It just means both parties are doing something stupid and disrespectful.

People are doing it. Not Alcohol.

So do you use the same logic for someone who wants to go out and kill someone? I mean, isnt it their right to be able to do whatever they want to do without being judged? EVERYONE judges people. It's human nature, from the littlest thing to the biggest thing.

Aye, because drinking alcohol is the same as killing people.

How is it offensive? Im going off of what I have experienced first hand. That;s what Ive seen when I compare the two subsets of people. It isnt true for all of them, but as a whole, my statements stands on my own experience. Plus it does usually lead to a problem down the line.

Personal experience is irrelevant. How is it possible to make any kind of rational judgement based on just the people that you know?

And that is a false statement. Not everything is bad for you. One thing I cant stand is when people are accepting of everything. It's just like people who arent accepting of things at all. Tilt too far in one direction and progress of any sort is never going to be made.

No, obviously everything isn't bad for you. Carrots, peas etc etc. But who cares about carrots and peas. Basically it's no one's business what people do to themselves. Just because you dislike drinking doesn't give you the right to get all moralistic and start preaching about the supposed evils of alcohol.