Now I know some people who may come across this post have indeed probably gotten really smashed themselves. What I am asking here is; what is the appeal of it? I notice alcohol definitely puts me in a better attitude, makes everything seem a little less problematic/things more funny than they probably are, etc. But I haven't found myself really wanting to get stupid drunk. Have I been missing out?
I'm almost afraid to really touch this one lest it become my longest ever response with lots of back and forth arguments for and against heavy drinking.
ReplyDeleteSo without turning this into an incredibly long response yes, its fun, but since myself and many of my friends lack the proverbial "off button," I really shouldn't be the example that tells you how fun it can be, since we've also many times been the examples of why you shouldn't overdo it.
eh I'm kind of over drinking. but this is mostly because I'm broke as shit, so I'd rather buy food than beer.
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ReplyDeleteYou haven't missed out on too much.
ReplyDeleteI think that drinking to excess is more entertaining to watch than to do, but in order for that to happen you need run the risk of being the one who has too much that one night. I have come to terms with playing that game of Russian Roulette with my liver, and I acknowledge that this pace and veracity cannot possibly last. With that being said, if I have a good reason to celebrate, or if I'm just in good company I will most certainly have a drink..... or six..... dozen.
It also depends on your company, their temperament and your own situation. Even though people joke around about it, I don't think anyone goes out with the goal of just being stupidly drunk. The intention should always be to go out and have a good time. In my experience, lots alcohol has about a 60% success rate in making that happen, but for some people the 60 is not worth the 40.