Lethargy

[quote name='ChibiHorsewoman][COLOR=#9933ff][FONT=lucida calligraphy]If it smells like **** and tastes like **** and it's expensive (oh and illegal :animeswea) why bother?[/FONT'][/COLOR][/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]Why bother? Well...[/COLOR][/SIZE] [quote][COLOR=#9933ff][FONT=lucida calligraphy] Though I will admit it was always fun to watch a friend of mine get herself stoned and ask me if the cars had slowed down. Good times... good times.[/FONT][/COLOR][/quote][SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen][B]That[/B] is why I bother. As you said, "Good Times." I'd like to see a [B]cigarette[/B] do [B]that[/B]![/COLOR][/SIZE]

[SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen][B]Name[/B]: Johnathan Vicks [B]Age[/B]: 20 [B]Sex[/B]: Male I'm a staunch Neo-Radical Minarchist Non-Conformist Adhocratic Pantarcrat, and a member of the [B]National Radical Meadow Party[/B]. That being said, I am also a Nihilist Existential-Fatalist Pseudo-Muslim Solipsistic Post-Christian Liberal Fallibilist Anti-Aristotelian Fascist Right-Wing Yuppie Southpaw Jewish Pro-Forward-Advancement Democratic Self-Governing Carpet Bagger. And I like [B]cats[/B].[/COLOR][/SIZE]

[SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]I don't smoke [B]tobacco[/B] products, but I do, however smoke [B]marijuana[/B] about once a week (sometimes every other week). Weed, unlike cigarettes, is a very [B]social[/B] drug. The whole experience is something to be shared with by others. I never smoke alone, if you haven't figured that out yet. Practically everyone I know smokes cigarettes. That doesn't make them bad people at all. Some of the nicest people I know are smokers. Smoking has [B]nothing[/B] to do with personality. I think tobacco is a pretty disgusting substance, especially dip. [B]Chewing tobacco is so vile[/B]. There's nothing redeeming about it. It doesn't bother me when others smoke, though. As long as they don't intentionally blow it in my face, I'm fine, because the smoke doesn't really get to me (and occasionally, someone smokes a brand that actually smells good).[/COLOR][/SIZE] [quote name='Revolver][COLOR=Olive'] I don't mind Pot though. Heard it tastes like ****.[/COLOR][/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]True. It does taste like ****. If only it was as cheap as ****, too...[/COLOR][/SIZE]

[SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen][B]Charlotte Gainsbourg[/B][/COLOR][/SIZE] [IMG]http://imstars.aufeminin.com/stars/fan/D20050310/1016_259711861_charlotte_20_H183602_L.jpg[/IMG] [SIZE=1] [COLOR=DarkGreen] She's so adorable in [U]The Science of Sleep[/U].[/COLOR] [/SIZE][FONT=trebuchet ms] _______________________[/FONT] [SIZE=1] [COLOR=DarkGreen][B]Bryce Dallas Howard[/B][/COLOR][/SIZE] [SIZE=1] [IMG]http://access.nscpcdn.com/gallery/i/b/b_howard/BryceDalla_Ba_8979235.jpg[/IMG] [COLOR=DarkGreen] There's something about her mysterious innocence in [/COLOR][/SIZE][COLOR=DarkGreen][U][SIZE=1]Lady in the Water[/SIZE][/U][/COLOR][SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen] that makes her even more attractive.[/COLOR] [/SIZE][FONT=trebuchet ms] _______________________[/FONT] [SIZE=1] [COLOR=DarkGreen][B]Lori Petty (a la [U]Tank Girl[/U])[/B][/COLOR][/SIZE] [SIZE=1] [IMG]http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff159/johnathanvicks/TankGirl2.png[/IMG] [COLOR=DarkGreen] When girls are cute, spunky, and kick ***, they win every time.[/COLOR] [/SIZE][FONT=trebuchet ms] _______________________ [/FONT][SIZE=1] [B][COLOR=DarkGreen]Milla Jovovich[/COLOR] [/B][/SIZE][SIZE=1] [IMG]http://i238.photobucket.com/albums/ff159/johnathanvicks/Leeloo.png[/IMG] [COLOR=DarkGreen] As if there's any need to explain why she was chosen to play "the perfect being" in [U]The Fifth Element[/U].[/COLOR] [/SIZE]

[quote name='Gavin][SIZE=1']it just nails what it intends to do so well.[/SIZE][/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]...which is to only [B]further my dislike of Steven Tyler's voice[/B].[/COLOR][/SIZE]

[SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen][B]The13thMan[/B], just wondering, but what is your [B]avatar[/B] from?[/COLOR][/SIZE]

[quote name='2007DigitalBoy][COLOR=DarkOrange']By having an internet prescence outside of myspace and youtube, you already are one.[/COLOR][/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]Assuming you meant "[B]presence[/B]," and also assuming that when you say "[B]one[/B]" you mean "[B]nerd[/B]," I can only conclude that you are [B]wrong[/B]. Using the [B]internet[/B] and being a [B]nerd[/B] haven't been equivalents since 1996.[/COLOR][/SIZE]

[SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]I don't think there is a difference, seeing as how I equally enjoy making fun of both.[/COLOR][/SIZE]

[quote name='Lethargy][SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen] They're just appealing to the [U]masses[/U] with this one.[/COLOR'][/SIZE][/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]Case in point:[/COLOR][/SIZE] [quote=Box Hoy] And ya know what else. If I did go and see this movie and it suffered because of a lack of a plot...oh well! I got to see a bunch of explosions and gun fighting. Yeah!![/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]Ka-ching, ka-ching.[/COLOR][/SIZE]

[quote name='Charles']Hey, I just want to make a note here. It's perfecty fine for, you know, OtakuBoards members to welcome and converse with new members in here. Honestly, I don't know if I made that clear enough in the opening post, so that's my fault.[/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]I was about to say... This thread would be rather [B]boring[/B] without [B]banter[/B].[/COLOR][/SIZE]

[quote name='Jakehammaren']There's not much to discuss. That statement is simply false.[/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]Despite your response being a huge cop out, I will rephrase my previous statement: [B]One would be extremely hard pressed to find "[U]progressive rock[/U]" being written these days.[/B] There has been little to no progress made in the arena of "rock" in a long, long time, therefore, there is little to no progressive rock being made in this day and age.[/COLOR][/SIZE]

[FONT=Verdana][SIZE=1][COLOR=darkgreen]It's been a week since the last post so...[/COLOR][/SIZE][/FONT] [SIZE=1][FONT=Verdana][COLOR=darkgreen][B]There is no such thing as "[U]Progressive Rock[/U]" anymore.[/B][/COLOR][/FONT][/SIZE] [SIZE=1][FONT=Verdana][COLOR=darkgreen]Discuss.[/COLOR][/FONT][/SIZE]

[FONT=Verdana][SIZE=1][COLOR=darkgreen]I can't believe no one has mentioned it yet, but...[/COLOR][/SIZE][/FONT] [SIZE=1][FONT=Verdana][COLOR=darkgreen][B]Star Craft II[/B][/COLOR][/FONT][/SIZE] [SIZE=1][FONT=Verdana][COLOR=darkgreen]Come on. We've been waiting [I]how[/I] long for this one?[/COLOR][/FONT][/SIZE]

[SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen][B]Just don't eat[/B]. Seriously. [B]Christian Bale[/B] did it for his role in [B]The Machinist[/B]:[/COLOR][/SIZE] [IMG]http://oldnick.coraider.com/uploaded_images/christianbale-770999.jpg[/IMG] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]It worked for him, it could work for you.[/COLOR][/SIZE]

[SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen][B]First[/B]. I am a new member. My interests include [B]art[/B], [B]counter-culture[/B], and the occasional [B]recreational drug use[/B]. I also enjoy [B]long walks on the beach[/B], [B]candlelit dinners[/B], and [B]donkey shows[/B].[/COLOR][/SIZE]

[quote name='Goodbye, Face][FONT=arial][SIZE=1][URL]http://youtube.com/watch?v=8fUJxOS0BGw[/URL][/SIZE'][/FONT][/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen][B]Exceptional[/B]. However, I suggest that the lead guy on the mic replace his "[B]white boy[/B]" dancing with a [B]guitar[/B]. It'd make the song better. Or possibly an [B]accordion[/B]. Actually, he could pretty much replace it with [B]anything[/B] and it'd be better.[/COLOR][/SIZE]

[SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]A bit of trivia for you folks at home: [B]Not only was "Shoot 'Em Up" the title of the film, but it was also the plot.[/B] But seriously, based on the trailers and 30 second clip I saw on Conan, the only way I would ever watch this movie is if I were to somehow [B]passively[/B] view it. I don't plan on spending a dime to see it. They're just appealing to the [U]masses[/U] with this one.[/COLOR][/SIZE]

[SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen][B]French vanilla[/B] and [B]hazelnut[/B] [U]Coffee Mate[/U] coffee creamers are the best to put in hot chocolate. Another thing that is quite delicious is the ol' [B]candy cane[/B] or [B]Andes Mints[/B] in the hot chocolate. [B]Starbucks[/B] hot chocolate, however, is pretty much the best ever. Although, I did have this [B]raspberry[/B] hot chocolate a couple times and that was pretty amazing, too.[/COLOR][/SIZE]

[SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]I will take your professor's word over mine, [B]Anomaly[/B].[/COLOR][/SIZE] [quote name='Anomaly][FONT=Georgia'] My friend who did E says that realistically, you never would be as happy as you were on the drug because it's impossible, but it seems like a really big risk to me. Is it worth it to potentially never be truly happy again[/FONT][/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]I believe what your friend meant was that you would never be as happy as you were on the drug in the sense that it is [U]physically impossible[/U] to [B]naturally[/B] be that happy. There is no incident that will cause you to release all of your serotonin[B] naturally[/B] into your system at once, thus it would be [U]physically impossible[/U] for you to ever experience that degree of happiness in [B]normal[/B] life without the drug. It would pretty much be the most happiness you would ever experience in your life. [spoiler]Typing is such a trying task whilst high, seeing as how i am currently high as a kite. I hope that this fact does not cause me to lose any credibility, as I honestly do not remember what i just typed. Oh, well.[/spoiler] [/COLOR][/SIZE]

[SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]I seem to have become the drug guru here.[/COLOR][/SIZE] [quote name='Vicky][SIZE=1']I don't want to pull anything off topic but I was wondering, Mr. Lethargy (haha), I thought you could die from your first try? Ecstasy, I mean. An allergic reaction or something. Apparently, the reason it has such a bad reputation, is people can take it for the rest of their life and live... or some unlucky person can take it once and fall flat on their face. Or maybe that's to do with dehydration...[/SIZE][/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]Ecstasy, just like anything else, [B]can produce potentially fatal allergic reactions[/B]. That is why it is essential to [B]know your own medical background[/B], and also your [B]family's medical history[/B] before taking any drug. [U]You don't need to take an unnecessary risk[/U]. However, more often than not, it has to do with [B]dehydration[/B], [B]over-hydration[/B], or [B]heat exhaustion[/B], just as you mentioned. Just plain [B]over-doing it[/B] in general.[/COLOR][/SIZE] [quote name='Vicky][SIZE=1'] Though I think in terms of ecstasy it depends on the person as much like any other drugs.[/SIZE][/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]That is [B]absolutely correct[/B]. [B]Mindset[/B] and [B]personality[/B] have [U]everything to do with the experience[/U]. No two people are the same, therefore no two people will have the exact same drug experience.[/COLOR][/SIZE]

[quote name='Anomaly][FONT=Georgia']How much do you know about ecstasy and it's potential consequences? I'm not being a smartass either, I'm actually curious.[/FONT][/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]No offense taken, but I know about as much about ecstasy as I do dextromethorphan hydrobromide. [B]Ecstasy[/B] is one of the most [U]overly-demonized[/U] drugs out there. The vast majority of negative effects you hear about it are simply [B]not true[/B]. Surprisingly, ecstasy is one of the safest drugs one could take (although again, I strongly encourage all [B]NOT to do drugs[/B]). Ecstasy ([B]methylenedioxymethamphetamine[/B], or [U][B]MDMA[/B][/U] for short), in its pure form, is safer than [B]cigarettes[/B], [B]alcohol[/B], [B]caffeine[/B], and [B]marijuana[/B]. It is not physically addictive, although there have been reported case of psychological addiction. One is in complete control over their actions the entire time they are high. There has never been a reported case of MDMA-related death, only deaths due to other factors. Pure MDMA by itself will not kill you. The only way you can die from ecstasy is [B]if you are stupid[/B] (mix it with other drugs, over-exert yourself -- causing [/COLOR][/SIZE][SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen][B]hyperthermia[/B], lose too many fluids -- [B]dehydration[/B], or more commonly, take in too many fluids over a short period of time, essentially drowning your cells -- [B]hyponatremia[/B]). Also, extensive use of MDMA can damage serotonin receptors in the brain, however these do repair over time. Once again, [B]if you are taking an MAOI, [U]STAY THE HELL AWAY[/U]. [U]YOU MORE THAN LIKELY WILL DIE[/U].[/B] If you have [B][I]any[/I][/B] health problems or disorders [U]whatsoever[/U], you should [B]not[/B] even be considering doing recreational drugs in the first place. Most sources that list the [B]negative effects[/B] of MDMA list them just as that; [B]negative effects of MDMA[/B]. Let me explain... a source might say that ecstasy causes [B]heatstroke[/B], [B]dehydration[/B], and [B]heart/kidney failure[/B]. The truth is, [U][B]ecstasy does not, by itself, cause any of these[/B][/U]. These horrible effects are caused by the actions I listed above: [B]over-exertion[/B], a [B]lack of or surge in water intake[/B], [B]mixing with other drugs[/B], etc. If you were to take pure ecstasy, by itself, and just sit on a couch for the duration of the drug, [B]none of these things would happen[/B]. [U][B]None of them[/B][/U]. It's not the drug harming people, it's the [U]people harming themselves[/U]. Sure the drug might be a factor, but still,[B] people being stupid trumps all[/B]. There are a few hypothetical long-term effects of regular MDMA usage, but no conclusive data has ever been gathered. The effects of ecstasy are quite similar to low doses of DXM (which is why I want to try it)... Heightened senses, [B]music euphoria[/B], a sense of peace ([/COLOR][/SIZE][SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]Entactogenesis) a strong sense of empathy and connecting with others (Empathogenesis), a boost in energy, ... all the good stuff (I already listed the bad stuff). There is no such thing as a "safe drug," but there is such a thing as "[B]safe drug use[/B]." If you are going to use drugs (which I advise [U]against[/U]), please do so with [B]extreme caution[/B] and with a [B]knowledge[/B] of what you are getting into.[/COLOR][/SIZE]

[quote name='SunfallE][COLOR=goldenrod][FONT=Comic Sans MS]It's more fun to discuss it when people are polite and don't instantly go off on the tangent of how dare you disagree! ^_~[/FONT'][/COLOR][/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]I concur![/COLOR][/SIZE] [quote name='SunfallE][COLOR=goldenrod][FONT=Comic Sans MS]Of course and I still think it's lame. Personal opinion really and though I've never used over the counter stuff, or rather I've never used it in a manner to get high, I've been sick enough to be put on a heavy dose of prescription stuff that had me all loopy and such and I loathed it. Over the counter cough syrup doesn't even come close to some of the prescription stuff. So I've no desire to take that further. I hate that disconnected feeling that it gives you.[/FONT'][/COLOR][/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]Well, it generally works in [B]thirds[/B]. [B]1/3[/B] of all people who try it find it an [B]enjoyable[/B] experience, [B]1/3 do not[/B], and the remaining [B]third[/B] [U]are not[/U] significantly [/COLOR][/SIZE][SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen][U]affected[/U][/COLOR][/SIZE][SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen] by it, so I can understand how you might not like it. Being a [B]dissociative[/B], DXM, at higher doses, can make you feel [B]disconnected[/B] and [B]shutoff[/B] from the world. I personally do not ever take enough to get to that point, as I enjoy it more as a [B]social[/B] drug (an alternative to drinking).[/COLOR][/SIZE] [quote name='SunfallE][COLOR=goldenrod][FONT=Comic Sans MS] As for what I consume. lol I use alcohol for cooking though I do not drink, why? I lost a brother to a drunk driver and that sort of killed any interest in actually consuming it. That and the damn stuff smells like garbage. It's hard to drink something that makes you gag. I do drink soda and thus get caffeine, but I have allergies to varies pollutants and that includes most tobacco products, second hand smoke clobbers my allergies. So I don't smoke either.[/FONT'][/COLOR][/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]That was an unrelated question; I was just wondering ~_[/COLOR][/SIZE] [quote name='SunfallE][COLOR=goldenrod][FONT=Comic Sans MS]That's the thing, most kids don't know that, they see someone talking about how cool it is and go and try it without bothering to do any form of research at all. And what happens? They do land themselves in the hospital. Also, even if you have done research, there's no comparison to someone who truly is educated in the field of medicine, so it is still a risk in the end. Perhaps not as great as one with the more hard substances, but still a risk. Research does not replace an extensive medical education and that too is something people don't think about.[/FONT'][/COLOR][/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]I'm not like most kids (assuming I'm a kid because I'm younger than you). And true, [B]nothing beats a degree[/B].[/COLOR][/SIZE] [quote name='SunfallE][COLOR=goldenrod][FONT=Comic Sans MS]Though I'm sure your doctor isn't going to tell you the safest way to get high on otc drugs. lol[/FONT'][/COLOR][/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]You're just not going to the right doctor. ~_[/COLOR][/SIZE] [quote name='SunfallE][COLOR=goldenrod][FONT=Comic Sans MS]Actually you simply described what you did without any waring whatsoever as to the potential dangers. ^_~ I was reminding you that you were on the slant of how amazing they were and yet leaving out the other stuff.[/FONT'][/COLOR][/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]Touche, salesman.[/COLOR][/SIZE] [quote name='SunfallE][COLOR=goldenrod][FONT=Comic Sans MS]You've misunderstood the point. Each trip per se is just that a trip. It wasn't meant to imply that you had only one. So you can drop the sarcasm, it's not necessary.[/FONT'][/COLOR][/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]After reading this, and then rereading your previous statement, I stand corrected. I misread it originally. Oh, and I drop the sarcasm for [B]no one[/B].[/COLOR][/SIZE] [quote name='SunfallE][COLOR=goldenrod][FONT=Comic Sans MS]I'm no amateur only in the sense that living in college dorms while getting my degree meant I saw a lot of kids doing extremely stupid stuff. When I say I've seen kids land themselves in the emergency room I mean that quite literally. I've often been the one to call the paramedics when that trip went bad. I've seen someone in the beginning stages of Serotonin syndrome, as well as other states as a result of either drugs or alcohol issues. And I've seen people die from overdosing as well.[/FONT'][/COLOR][/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]I've been a part of some scary situations myself (although none of them happened to me, personally), and they can truly be quite frightening. It makes me practice that much more caution the next time around. Hopefully, I will never have to witness another's death.[/COLOR][/SIZE] [quote name='SunfallE][COLOR=goldenrod][FONT=Comic Sans MS] In the end you've only reinforced my point. It's one thing to talk about how wonderful the experience is and yet another to not list the dangers involved. Something that you did not do in your description. However, you've since corrected that by showing that you are aware of it. And really, that's all I was trying to say here. ^_~ I just hate it when trips get 'glorified' and the very real dangers get glossed over or left out altogether.[/FONT'][/COLOR][/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]Maybe so. All I was doing in my "trip description" post was just that: describing a typical trip for me (just to point out to [B]KenshinSorrow[/B] that they were [U]not[/U] getting high). I wasn't glorifying it, I was simply stating it as I see it. I too hate it when people are ignorant about drug use. It truly is [B]dangerous[/B] business, and definitely not for those who are unprepared. We must have a rematch sometime, [B]SunfallE[/B]. ~_[/COLOR][/SIZE]

[SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]Well, well... It seems as if someone has done a little reading. Now, I shall commence with the ritualistic dissection of the reply.[/COLOR][/SIZE] [quote name='SunfallE][COLOR=goldenrod][FONT=Comic Sans MS]Not being physically addictive doesn't mean it's safe. A little research will show that.[/FONT'][/COLOR][/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]If you note the quote of mine to which you are referring, I took specific care to mention, "[B]and has very minimal negative effects on the body.[/B]" I would [U]never[/U] use a substance if it would cause significant bodily harm to [U]myself[/U], or endanger the lives of [U]others[/U], even if it did have little to no chance for addiction. And believe me, I've done enough research for ten people.[/COLOR][/SIZE] [quote name='SunfallE][COLOR=goldenrod][FONT=Comic Sans MS]No your first statement was correct, it is lame. I don't need to try it to know that.[/FONT'][/COLOR][/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]Thank you for validating my statement. I know you are entitled to your own opinion, but I am also entitled to mine (mine being based on [B]firsthand[/B] knowledge). I have known five different people who have done tussin, both [B]pre-dextromethorphan[/B] use and [B]post-DXM use[/B]. All five of them, before using DXM thought the idea of abusing cough medicine for the purpose of getting high was the most [U]ridiculous[/U] thing they had ever heard. However, once they all finally took it, their views [U]did a complete turnaround[/U]. Even [I]I[/I] thought it was a ludicrous activity before I used it (I used to be [U][B]strongly opposed[/B][/U] to drug use of [I][U]any kind[/U][/I]). Also, [B]SunfallE[/B], I was wondering, [B]do you consume alcohol, caffeine, or use tobacco products?[/B][/COLOR][/SIZE] [quote name='SunfallE][COLOR=goldenrod][FONT=Comic Sans MS]As for my whole point in responding in the first place. Don't forget to mention that if someone is taking other drugs such as monoamine oxidase inhibitors or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, taking Dextromethorphan at the same time can cause Serotonin syndrome, a potentially life-threatening adverse drug reaction that results from intentional self-poisoning, therapeutic drug use, or inadvertent interactions between drugs which cause an excess of serotonergic activity. [/FONT'][/COLOR][/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]I am fully aware that ingesting large quantities of medicines containing dextromethorphan while on MAOI's is [B]incredibly dangerous[/B], as well as with SSRI's, or any other form of anti-depressant. I know that taking cough syrup with [B]guaifenesin[/B] will make you puke your guts out, and drinking cough syrup with [B]acetaminophen[/B] (paracetamol, better known as [B]Tylenol[/B]) will kill your liver and eventually kill you as well. Any active ingredients other than [B]dextromethorphan HBr[/B] are a big "no-no." Serotonin syndrome is no news to me, and also, you should never use any drug recreationally if you are not in good health (I'm sorry, but if you've got [B]diabetes[/B], you're out of the club -- all the sugars in the inactive ingredients can't be too great for you). I am no ordinary drug user. I am well-informed and well-educated in the realm of medicine. I would never even consider doing a drug without first having done [U]extensive research[/U] on the subject using a wide variety of [U][B]credible[/B][/U] sources (Wikipedia being the [U][B]least credible[/B][/U] of them all).[/COLOR][/SIZE] [quote name='SunfallE][COLOR=goldenrod][FONT=Comic Sans MS] So taking something like this especially if you are on something else isn't very bright nor is it as amazing as you think.[/FONT'][/COLOR][/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]Where exactly did I say, "[B]Hey, everyone: let's see who can come up with the wackiest drug concoction![/B]", or that mixing drugs is smart, OR that mixing drugs is amazing? I didn't. As I have already said, mixing drugs is [B]quantitatively[/B] [B]far more unintelligent[/B] than blindly doing individual drugs in the first place.[/COLOR][/SIZE] [quote name='SunfallE][COLOR=goldenrod][FONT=Comic Sans MS]Drugs have a recommended dose for a reason, and you or anyone else who would take it in this manner would do well to remember that. Just as you had a good trip with it, I've seen people land themselves in the emergency room from the same trip as well.[/FONT'][/COLOR][/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]I agree. Drugs do have a recommended dose [B]for a reason[/B], however, the keyword here is "[B][U]recommended[/U][/B]." Abusing any drug has inherent risks, but some people are willing to take those risks in order to have a good time (dextromethorphan being one of the few drugs with [I]very few[/I] [U]natural[/U] risks). For those who do not want to experience the recreational effects of cough syrup, strictly follow the warning labels. You said "[B]Just as you had [U]a[/U] good trip[/B]" as if I've only done this once. You may find it as a surprise (sarcasm), but I am no amateur at this activity. Also, I take it you're no amateur when it comes to hanging out with recreational drug users, seeing as how you've "[B]seen people land themselves in the emergency room.[/B]" Now, I understand that you are just trying to [B]give fair warning[/B], but so am I. I believe that the best way to arm yourself is with information (and not just the negative aspects). Therefore, [U][B]I do not recommend taking dextromethorphan to anyone who does not first know all the risks involved[/B][/U] (though few). However, if you are going to use or abuse any type of drug, please do so [U]responsibly[/U] and [U]intelligently[/U] (and I just know someone is going to make the counterpoint that abusing drugs is neither responsible, nor intelligent -- go ahead). Tag, you're it.[/COLOR][/SIZE]

[SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen]You might be getting buzzed off of it, but you definitely are not getting high. I prefer to take lower, more recreational doses of Dextromethorphan (around [B]12-16[/B] gel capsules at once - you aren't supposed to exceed [B]8[/B] in a 24 hour period... ha!). At this level, I reach an upper first, lower second "plateau" high. The effects are extraordinary... I become completely at peace with the world. My body weighs 10 pounds, and my head feels like a [B]snow globe[/B]. All of my senses become incredibly [U]enhanced[/U], specifically vision and hearing, with touch, taste, and smell not far behind. One's sense of time becomes completely nonexistent (it is impossible to judge the passing of time, and occasionally, time itself [B]loses all meaning[/B]). Since one feels as if he is weightless, jumping and dancing about become extremely enjoyable activities, as it takes [B]forever[/B] to reach the ground (or at least it seems so). Inertia becomes exceptionally strong, since once you start moving, your body wants to continue moving in the same direction forever (although you [U]can[/U] control this). Conversations have a much greater, deeper, and more [B]personal[/B] meaning when on DXM. Your ability to focus on what is being said [B]far surpasses[/B] that of your sober self. Also, your thoughts become as clear as crystal; you know [U]exactly[/U] what you want to say and how to say it... no having to organize your thoughts. You can empathize out the wazzoo with people (because you [B]literally know[/B] how they feel). The effects generally last 6 to 8 hours. The real kicker is not only are you able to remember [B]absolutely everything[/B] the next day, but [U][B]you are in total control during the entire event[/B][/U]. Try seeing a drunk person do that. Now, [U]how else would one be able to experience such amazing occurrences if it were not for recreational drug use[/U]?[/COLOR][/SIZE]

[quote name='KenshinSorrow']I understand what you mean about the cough syrup, tho I manage to get high off of it every time I get sick.[/quote] [SIZE=1][COLOR=DarkGreen] I highly doubt that. More than likely the effects of a high fever, or if you use a brand with alcohol in it. In order for one to get high off of the active ingredient in cough syrup ([B]dextromethorphan hydrobromide[/B]), they would have to consume approximately [B]2/3[/B] [B]of a cup[/B] of medicine well under the course of [B]three hours[/B], the average container of cough syrup being just barely over[B] a cup[/B]. So unless your intentions are to specifically abuse an OTC product, [I]or[/I] you grossly misread the directions, I seriously doubt that you "get high" every time you're sick. (Thanks for not thinking I'm a bad person, by the way)[/COLOR][/SIZE]