Post by shrinkmason on Jan 20, 2008 0:31:56 GMT
Antonius,
I have more than a little training in Mental Health treatment and I will start by stating that my views on the long term effects of cannabis are generally negative but that I am ignoring these issues as they seem to be a sore point with you.
On the subject of ADD, have you been diagnosed by a qualified Healthcare professional? I only ask because I think that you should seek help and advice. The feelings that you have may be down to ADD/ADHD but there could alternatively be an easily diagnosed and manageable underlying condition. I would not like to diagnose over the internet, but (and there is ALWAYS a but) your reaction of rage and your feelings of disconnection with the rest of the Human race suggest other problems.
I would have to know more of your history before hazarding an opinion as to exactly what the issue might be but IMNSHO any form of psychotropic drug will not help any feelings of paranoia and emotional disconnect that you may feel.
You are of the opinion that Cannabis is not addictive. True it is not in the way that say Heroin or Tobacco are but it does create a dependency by its very nature as a mind altering substance.
On whether you are ready to become a Mason? I would say not yet. Freemasonry is first and foremost a fraternal society whose members must feel brotherhood towards each other else it would not work.
Seek professional help and if you are still desirous of entering into Freemasonry afterwards go for it.
Best wishes and please seek help.
John
I have more than a little training in Mental Health treatment and I will start by stating that my views on the long term effects of cannabis are generally negative but that I am ignoring these issues as they seem to be a sore point with you.
On the subject of ADD, have you been diagnosed by a qualified Healthcare professional? I only ask because I think that you should seek help and advice. The feelings that you have may be down to ADD/ADHD but there could alternatively be an easily diagnosed and manageable underlying condition. I would not like to diagnose over the internet, but (and there is ALWAYS a but) your reaction of rage and your feelings of disconnection with the rest of the Human race suggest other problems.
I would have to know more of your history before hazarding an opinion as to exactly what the issue might be but IMNSHO any form of psychotropic drug will not help any feelings of paranoia and emotional disconnect that you may feel.
You are of the opinion that Cannabis is not addictive. True it is not in the way that say Heroin or Tobacco are but it does create a dependency by its very nature as a mind altering substance.
On whether you are ready to become a Mason? I would say not yet. Freemasonry is first and foremost a fraternal society whose members must feel brotherhood towards each other else it would not work.
Seek professional help and if you are still desirous of entering into Freemasonry afterwards go for it.
Best wishes and please seek help.
John