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I constantly find myself dealing with situations relating to alcohol and drugs. I've never been pressured into either, but there's some sort of exposure (whether through personal conversation or what I see) everywhere I go. I'm not a prohibitionist or anything like that, and I'm not opposed to the use of alcohol completely (as I can't deny having consumed it before myself). What bothers me is the fact that some people feel it will make things better or it will solve their problems; it bothers me when people feel like they need it. It doesn't make me angry or cause me to look down on them, but it makes me uneasy and it makes me worry. Whoever taught them that it was an acceptable solution to any problem? And really, when has it ever solved a problem for them? If the solution to life's problems were as simple as a yeasty, ethanol-rich, malt beverage, I would assume everyone on earth would be living an unbelievably happy life.
Alcohol aside, my views on drugs are very difficult for me to fully explain, but - simply put - I am opposed to their use. I'm not so much opposed to their use because of health reasons (though that is certainly a good reason for opposition), but more so because I feel it eliminates the human need for natural creativity. I think it's sad that some young people can't remember a time they had fun without the use of chemical assistance. Maybe I'm sheltered, but I think there are so many ways to enjoy life naturally. And if life gets tough, covering up the problem will not cause it to be solved.
These things don't anger me, but they do make me depressed sometimes. I've accepted the fact that it's just the way things are and that they will probably get worse as my life progresses, but I can't help but to be bothered by it. At least I can say that my fondest memories were a product of my mind and being with my friends/family and nothing more.