813 Quotes About Drugs

In view of the continuing widespread use drugs like marijuana, a due warning about the effects of such usage is imperative. Cannabis is a popular drug of self-abuse, though described by some retarded minds as a 'recreational drug.' The scientific approach is very different to the rhetoric of drug supporters. 'It is a popular myth that cannabis is harmless, and the media repeatedly promote this myth ignoring scientific evidence of its pathological effects.' [quote from D. Copestake]

[S]he takes a killer. Sometimes she takes two, never more than two, because some things are good for us but too much is suddenly bad.

Sensitive people have a tough time in this world. They have to turn to drugs, to poetry, or to God.

You’re my hero, Mickey Catalan,” Lydia says into my ear, over the roar ofthe crowd.“Heroine,” I correct her.“Hoo—fucking—ray!” Bella Right screams at me when I get into thedugout.Everyone is yelling my name.Right now, everyone loves me.Right now, I even love myself.

Cocaine has no edge. It is strictly a motor drug. It does not alter your perception; it will not even wire you up like the amphetamines. No pictures, no time/space warping, no danger, no fun, no edge. Any individual serious about his chemicals--a heavy hitter--would sooner take 30 No-Doz. Coke is to acid what jazz is to rock. You have to appreciate it. It does not come to you.

There was a fine mathematics for how to mete out sedation. The goal for most days was to get to a point where I could drift off easily, and come to without being startled. My thoughts were banal. My pulse was casual. Only the coffee made my heart work a bit harder. Caffeine was my exercise.

Reality is a crutch for people who can’t cope with drugs.

The W. M. Keck Observatory is the only employer that has surprised me during my employment with urine tests for illegal drugs.

I never observed any prescription drugs other than medical oxygen being given to sickened Mauna Kea workers during my time on the very high altitude summit of Mauna Kea.