Originally Posted by Harvesthetic
It takes a lot of dare to ponder on the real underlying issue. If the governments would have asked this question a little more often the world would be a better place.
I myself can really say i became a better person. A relatively, widely accepted better person. The anger that dwelled within me has been eradicated by my mind on cannabis, and some very valuable lessons the mushroom tought me. I'm not saying they are gods, but don't you sometimes get insights when drunk off your ass for instance? Lemonboy told me something beautiful about addiction, can't remember the exact words, but it was like: "Do you judge a hungry man because he reaches for an apple?" Psychedelics made our brain into what it is today, superior to almost all creatures. We should not feel bad because we harvest the mental fruits of nature, as long as we can still maintain a sociable way in society. But what is 'crazy'? What is 'bad'? Insanity can be beautiful and teaches us valuable lessons too. It's all about the chaos.
I believe the majority of cannabis indulgents don't abuse it. Moderation is key of course. But when you ask if we aren't indoctrinated by our own sweettalking and convincing evidence, that's a very fair question. I'm interested in hearing further replies (esp. from lemonboy actually. and torog, since he's imo our oldest, most experienced friend.)
ciaoz & lots of good karma to you my friend. very relevant question.