Posts by Nancy Ward37

Hannah Davis18 said:Right back at you; 👋

and just stay off the drugs
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and quit assuming anything about my personal diet—it’s honestly pathetic.

It isn't "pathetic," it's dangerous—clearly you don't get it. You're basically advocating for people to just walk around high. As far as I'm concerned, lawyers, athletes, and everyone else you mentioned who uses drugs are just people with an addiction, no different from anyone else.

William White2 said:Look, I’ve been in those circles myself—I've seen people close to me absolutely destroyed by it.

Obviously, drugs have almost zero upside, but I’m just trying to be objective here—people need to realize that alcohol isn't exactly a saint; it's just as much of a destroyer as some of the "lighter" substances.

Sure, most addicts started with a joint, but if that were the rule, then seeing as 70% of American youth have tried weed at some point, we'd all be facing massive addiction crises right now.

Let's be clear: alcohol isn't healthy, but I'm not convinced that young women are turning to prostitution specifically because of booze.

The reality is that drugs aren't some "taboo" mystery—they are just fundamentally negative things. There isn't a single redeeming quality to them; people only turn to drugs when they are struggling. Just talk to any former addict—ask them *why* they started in the first place.

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Hannah Davis18 said:It was made for enjoyment; our entire history as a species is deeply intertwined with various opiates.
Abuse is an entirely different story.
Drugs aren't some new phenomenon from the last 20 years; mushrooms, coca, poppies—they've been used for magical and religious purposes for ages.

But this one was designed to hook you? Is alcohol created solely for pleasure?
The hypocrisy is unreal.😲

Honestly, I’d suggest seeing a therapist to help you out, because it's pretty clear you can't even relax without drugs or booze.
People like you are exactly why we have problems in society—I imagine when you eventually have kids, you'll be the first one rolling a joint for them since 70% of users end up stuck on it. It's disgusting. I can see how much this stuff has fried your brain, so just for comparison (not that I'm defending alcohol)—think about how many people have died from drugs versus alcohol. As a "hypocrite," let me ask you: how many people catch HIV or hepatitis from drugs compared to alcohol? There isn't a single logical argument that would convince a sane person that drugs are a good thing.

Anthony Rodriguez58, I agree—you shouldn't play games when it comes to drugs. They’re literally designed to hook you.

goldengull3 said:I have a friend with plenty of "street" experience—he told me about an acquaintance from a small town in the South who fell into heroin with her crowd, though she luckily managed to get clean later. Her take was simple: if you're in a crisis, you'll do anything—steal, sell whatever is in the house, even go out with a group of five just to hunt for cash... everything.

A huge chunk of those daily petty thefts—car stereos and stuff like that—are pulled by heroin addicts who frankly don't care if they get caught. And yeah, heroin users are easy to spot on the street; they look incredibly pathetic and sick.

As for cocaine, it's interesting how if you want any high-level position at a private firm in the USA, you have to pass a drug test—you can't land the job or act as a project consultant without it (that's what a colleague working over there told me). Even if someone isn't a "classic" addict, they represent a massive security risk because it's so easy to "slide" into regular use and spiraling costs that lead straight to crime... And if drugs are found? You're done—contracts are set up that way—meaning mortgages, cars, everything goes down the drain...

It’s true that drug testing happens in the USA, but it’s started here too. When companies send us for systemic medical exams, they draw blood and check for multiple substances.

I agree with everything else, except for the part about them looking pathetic and sick—because I’ve seen a few people who you would never guess had ever touched drugs, let alone being serious addicts. They possess an incredible ability to lie so convincingly that they actually believe themselves.

Hannah Davis18 said:Oh, you’re just so brilliant, aren't you?
Look, weed doesn't automatically lead anyone straight to heroin—it's not that simple.
A huge number of people never even touch harder drugs; though I guess you're just getting your "facts" from those mindless PSA commercials claiming one joint is enough to turn someone into an addict.👍

It's hard for me to say I haven't seen it firsthand—from family tragedies to personal connections, right down to some occasional work I do for a local rehab non-profit.

It seems to me you've never actually dealt with an addict in your life.😉 Because if you had, you wouldn't be sitting here typing out this absolute nonsense.

Well, for your information, I've been more than close enough to heroin, weed, and everything else to know what's up. I also do community outreach and am very familiar with their programs and mindset—so tell me, which specific organization are you working for? Because they're actually against cigarettes too. Number two: every single heroin addict started with weed and those little joints of yours. And as for the theft and prostitution talk—get real. Those aren't just tired clichés; the reality is much uglier.

And what else? How exactly are you supposed to know the theft numbers? It’s not like they’re breaking into Chase Bank just to grab some silence—or whatever the hell you call it. Come on, people—clearly none of you have ever actually dealt with a junkie before.

Hannah Davis18 The user said:You’ve got it a little mixed up—calling heroin the same thing as a Budweiser isn't exactly accurate.😁Look, let’s be clear—a joint is an entirely different beast altogether.😉
The idea that addicts only steal because they ran out of cash for heroin is an interesting theory—really. But honestly? Given the actual number of heroin addicts out there, the theft rate would have to be way higher than it actually is for that to hold water.😎

I’m worried you haven't got a clue. That little shortcut you're talking about—it leads straight to heroin without even trying. And honestly, everyone knows that addicts will steal anything to get by—even the birds on the wire know that much. This isn't some debatable theory; it's just a plain fact. I'm not out here judging those people—I actually think they need help—but I certainly can't buy into this kind of nonsense.

I read through some of this—honestly, you people sure know how to drag a conversation out—so if I end up repeating something already said, don't hold it against me.

Regarding drugs, I think we’re looking at the absolute worst-case scenario here. I can't believe some of you are actually suggesting that getting high is somehow better than just having a drink. It makes zero sense to me how anyone could argue that shooting heroin straight into your veins is somehow comparable to grabbing a Budweiser.
And let's be real: not everyone has cocaine money to blow just to feel a little buzz before heading out. What about the people using heroin who run out of cash and resort to stealing? It's a predictable cycle.

That isn't "prejudice" or a "taboo"—it's just a nasty, ugly reality.