30 Day Challenge Day 10

Your Views on Drugs and Alcohol

My views on both have changed drastically in the last 10ish years. 

When I was in high school, I looked down on everyone I knew who drank or did drugs. I even contemplated going straight edge for awhile (such a cool 17 year old).

When I got to university, I was shown how I could drink and have fun without ending up puking all over the sidewalk or ending up in a strangers bed. I never had that one night that most people have where they test their limits. I started slowly - for a few nights I’d have just one drink, and then work up from there. I’ve definitely had my share of blackout drunk nights, and have been sick from drinking, but for the most part, I’ve learned my limit and can stay in it. I never think I need to drink, but I do find it a good way to relax or calm my nerves. And as weird as it sounds, I think it’s helped be learn how to be a more social person, both sober or not sober. I definitely don’t drink as much as I used to. 

As for drugs, I’ve never tried anything harder than pot, and even that I haven’t done in a long time. I find that if I get too high, I end up having panic attacks and it becomes unenjoyable. Also my need to be in control keeps me from ever wanting to participate in harder hallucinogens. 

Anyway, my brain is fried right now so that’s the best you’re gonna get out of me today.