The Drunkard Thread: Ignorance is Bliss?

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The discussion revolves around the impact of alcohol on online posting behavior, with participants reflecting on how drinking may influence the quality and content of their contributions. There is a recognition that some individuals may post while under the influence, leading to questionable or regrettable content. A personal guideline is shared, emphasizing the importance of avoiding posting after consuming alcohol. The conversation humorously highlights the pitfalls of mixing drinking with online communication, suggesting that it should be avoided to maintain clarity and coherence in discussions.
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With all the brains about. I know most of you drink to your misery. Ignorance is bliss eh?
 
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physicscrap said:
With all the brains about. I know most of you drink to your misery. Igornace is bliss eh?
I wonder. A couple people in the past admitted to posting while they were plastered. I wonder how many do that without admitting it. It would explain a lot to me if I found out some people had a few beers or a couple glasses of wine in them when they posted certain things.
 
I have a personal rule. No posting after a few glasses of wine. Doh!
 
berkeman said:
I have a personal rule. No posting after a few glasses of wine. Doh!

Right, it's of the things from the "what-not-to-do-list":

drink & dial
drink & type

:-p
 
radou said:
Right, it's of the things from the "what-not-to-do-list":

drink & dial
drink & type

:-p

Don't drink and derive.
 

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