Julian H
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Julian H commented on What is Happiness? on January 15, 2008, 7:40 PM
The observation that happiness is a motivator to do good in the world needs to be placed in the context of the present world in which we live. Judging by the amount of human induced suffering and apathy, it is obviously insufficient for a great number of people. Those of you who have smoked a joint, on the other hand, will be aware of the fact that the happiness that results inhibits any sense of ill will towards your fellow men and women, and often inspires a warm feeling of camaraderie towards them. When was the last time anyone depicted a pot smoking Hippy as being either grumpy or cruel? There is no reason to think that drugs that engender happiness will necessarily decrease charitability below its already dreary levels.
Julian H commented on What is Happiness? on January 16, 2008, 12:40 AM
The observation that happiness is a motivator to do good in the world needs to be placed in the context of the present world in which we live. Judging by the amount of human induced suffering and apathy, it is obviously insufficient for a great number of people. Those of you who have smoked a joint, on the other hand, will be aware of the fact that the happiness that results inhibits any sense of ill will towards your fellow men and women, and often inspires a warm feeling of camaraderie towards them. When was the last time anyone depicted a pot smoking Hippy as being either grumpy or cruel? There is no reason to think that drugs that engender happiness will necessarily decrease charitability below its already dreary levels.