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John Jackman commented on How Ethical is Marijuana Prohibition? on January 18, 2008, 4:27 AM

It seems to me that many if not most Americans don't think marijuana is a big deal, so I'm surprised sacehb found that neighbors look down on people who use it for a valid medical condition. Was that from actual experience? If people want to smoke marijuana -- medicinally or recreationally -- they should, legal or not. As long as you're discreet about it, the law can't do $#!^. (@_~)

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John Jackman commented on What inspires you? on January 18, 2008, 4:14 AM

Ahhh! I love cilantro. It goes great with tomatoes, especially in salsa or a burrito. I just talked to someone the other day who hated it, so you're not alone.

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John Jackman commented on Steven Pinker on Nature vs. Nurture on January 18, 2008, 4:03 AM

PeterArvai: Read "The Nurture Assumption" by Judith Rich Harris. Her work really influenced the way I think about developmental psychology and socialization.

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John Jackman commented on What is the measure of a good life? on January 18, 2008, 3:53 AM

Ready: I have to respectfully disagree with your assessment as I don't believe people always know what's best for themselves (which is also why I'm not a libertarian). To take an extreme example, a crack addict may think he or she is leading a 'good life' (and that may well be), but in all likelihood, that person would find a life under Chopra's principles far more fulfilling. The subject in question need not be an addict; he/she could just as easily be a business executive or a stay-at-home parent. Our society has developed entire industries around helping people achieve a 'good life', from psychotherapy and self-help books to pharmaceuticals and weight-loss programs. Apparently, happiness is not yet something we can purchase at Walmart.

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John Jackman commented on What inspires you? on January 17, 2008, 11:14 PM

Ahhh! I love cilantro. It goes great with tomatoes, especially in salsa or a burrito. I just talked to someone the other day who hated it, so you're not alone.

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