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Originally Posted by The Probabilist  Then there are the negative sides of alcohol that we're all aware of. Perhaps you could all share some of the experiences you've encountered that happened due to the influence of alcohol. Are there actually any really lasting and powerful positive results that have happened or are there only really powerful negative sides to it, like accidents and damaged relationships? |
Good question. I was down in New Orleans a few weeks ago with some friends and we were all having a great time thanks to one, maybe two (or 10...ok I lost count) alcoholic beverages. I distinctly remember thinking to myself how interesting it is that we allow our personal "walls" to come down when we get drunk. As I've heard said, "alcohol is the window into the soul." With these "walls" effectively removed, it seems to be much easier for two people to connect at a potentially much deeper level as compared to sober moments. Moreover, any positive experience that is shared by two or more people generally results in an emotional bond. Add alcohol to the mix and you have a synergistic combination. In sum, my theory is that drunkenness and shared fun can result in enhanced interpersonal relationships.
Thoughts?
Tom