Alcohol affects us with an eventual "downer" feeling; we're happy at first, then some end on a down. So, if you are one who has bouts of depressed feelings at times, alcohol could have a very negative effect on your emotional state.
Is pot legal where you are? Pot isn't a downer, and has medical uses for your state of mind. Also, there's an OTC supplement I use called 5-HTP. It is a good thing if you just get a little depressed every now and then. Just follow the instructions on the label.
I have that downer feeling for about 2 days after I drank. Whether in moderation or if I overdo it then it just means I obviously also feel it physically also. Hoorah hangovers, haha. The feeling is the only thing that really bothers me.
Nah I don't smoke weed or think I care to try anything. I just should not drink unless I am willing to deal with whatever it is I suppress. Or I should just deal with whatever it is and stop being a sensitive mental snowflake.
or... but at least there is no or, I don't think I get depressed and would never admit to it. :) Maybe a bit pissy or nihilistic those words are far more acceptable.
I drink but I'm always aware of the dangers of drinking too much, so I limit myself to how much I drink. I'm not one who's prone to addiction.