<p>You will never know what drinking/weed is like until you’ve experienced it. Drinking allows people to let loose, relax, let themselves have fun. For many, not me, weed makes everything more fun. I can’t explain it to you, I’ve never even experienced myself. I don’t go around getting drunk 24/7 but it is a good way to relax and have fun on the weekends. What would you consider more proactive than drinking? Board games? Volunteering?</p>
<p>But I have experienced it, I’m not judging from a seat up high, I have experienced all of it and I just don’t understand why people would continue to harm themselves. I realized how dumb it was after going out every weekend for only a month and then I saw how dangerous and unnecessary it all is. And yes, puzzles and volunteering are some things I like to do :P</p>
<p>In college, partying is a different story because for the most part it’s legal and your decision making Is more mature. I’m only talking about drinking and drugging underaged</p>
<p>I just want to apologize to anyone I have offended. I shouldn’t judge others on if they party or not, but I appreciate the comments I think it’s interesting to see other viewpoints on this</p>
<p>Some high schoolers are mature enough to make the right choice and say enough is enough… others aren’t. People smoke cigarettes (which I will never EVER do) because they’re addicted, which is why they smoke every day. I find when people drink/do drugs everyday, they are trying to escape from the harsh reality of life. Stoners often suck as so many of their activities that they release by smoking. There is a huge HUGE difference between partying and drinking/smoking every day. I think doing things everyday is very irresponsible, by doing these things you would not be able to function properly in many of your daily activities. It seems like we have 2 conversations going on in 2 different threads… o.O.</p>
<p>to answer all your questions, im the school topper outta 179 and i party on weekends.</p>
<p>but drinking and smoking are a complete no-no for me. i hate them.</p>
<p>^Then you’re not really partying…</p>
<p>^ This person speaks the truth</p>
<p>lol, akashdip, smh. Bragging as though he does legitimate partying.</p>
<p>^^^“My family gets together to play Monopoly every Saturday night but I’ve never had a problem with keeping my grades up! Last weekend, I was the banker and I secretly took an extra five from the game box when my mom wasn’t looking. Oh the scandal! Unfortunately, she caught me the second time and got all huffy! Draaaaaamaaaaa! Needless to say, we hit that Gingerale hard. I didn’t go to sleep till nine o’clock! Wild night.”</p>
<p>^ I lol’d </p>
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<p>If you focus on your studies instead of partying, I don’t see a problem with it. </p>
<p>There may be a problem with being overly prude and naive about it and absolutely refusing to unwind when given the opportunity, but some people just don’t party.</p>
<p>If you’re worried about your social life and you’re still in high school, don’t worry. Once you’re on your own in college you have the opportunity to embrace and take advantage of your independence. I know a few people who were a bit sheltered in high school who were able to give plenty of focus on their social lives in college, and I hope to be the same. Just keep things in moderation. As others have said, you can definitely enjoy having friends and partying while maintaining good grades.</p>
<p>I don’t think the OP is judging those who party, I just think she is biased as a result of her upbringing/environment.
Patwita, just to let you know, I do party basically every weekend. It almost always includes alcohol, occasionally marijuana, and VERY occasionally (twice in my life) ecstasy. As long as you’re responsible (not driving, not doing it in public places), it’s a nice, fun way to let loose. To put this in perspective, I have a 2280 SAT and straight As in my schedule full of AP classes. I enjoy learning foreign languages and watching French films (that sounds so cliche but it’s true lol) and I’m a normal, friendly person. </p>
<p>I just want you to know that not everyone who parties slacks off in school. Happiness and education are the two most important things in life, and I think I’ve found a good balance. Perhaps in college, you will as well. I’m sorry you’re surrounded by a-holes, but I think that in college, once you find a close group of friends with whom you share common interests and whatnot, you’ll feel more comfortable in a party environment.</p>
<p>Saman you are one lucky suck for being able to balance it all. When I tried “pArtying” I had to run from the cops and i ended up doing spice because the ppl I was with were claimed partiers.</p>
<p>Wiscon I laughed out loud!</p>
<p>I mean duck not suck :X</p>
<p>hahah well that’s the problem, you were with a bunch of idiots! Once you get to college, you’ll be with mature people who know how to balance partying and studying, trust me. You’ll have a lot more fun.
Btw, never do spice again lol. It’s loaded with synthetic chemicals and its smoke has FAR more carcinogens than you could ever get from natural marijuana.
Just remember the number one rule of using substances: If the situation feels sketchy and uncomfortable, don’t consume anything.</p>
<p>I tried it when it was legal and believe me I never will again I had horrible side effects. But high school I guess is my introvert phase and then hopefully in college I’ll be able to party hardy and the right way too.</p>
<p>I smoke weed every day. My grades are fine. I usually just smoke once I’m done with all my homework…if I didn’t smoke I’d be wasting time on the Internet or watching TV or whatever. It’s basically the same thing.</p>
<p>But I am in college and I live on my own, so it’s a little different I guess.</p>