In 25 years I have never lost a friend in real life to a drug overdose.
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A couple have killed themselves drink driving, plenty have died from cancer and one or two killed themselves after being left by their wives. A community of socially awkward neck beards is hardly an accurate representation of the wider drug taking community. The majority of peoplel who use drugs do so socially, and that comes with the advantage of being able to tell your mate to go to bed.
I am honest with my own children about using drugs. They should be like spices when cooking. They should enhance life but not overpower it with their flavour. Real life is still entertaining without drugs. Time to time though you do have to let your hair down.
Not all drugs are equal, you need to know and respect your poisons. There is a difference between scratching your bum and tearing yourself a new arsehole.
