However I would like there to be more positive and uplifting stories about SxE that involve older people that are past the age of 21, people such as myself, that have chosen to be Straight Edge to improve their lives. Because when you read about a 16 year old kid saying he's Straight Edge people always think that they'll break edge when they are 21. Sadly this kid even says "I'm not saying I'm never going to drink or to try stuff, but for now, never, I have no desire to." which to me shows that he's not commited to being Straight Edge. I think that if you don't want to drink or smoke, that's fine, but don't claim to be SxE without making that claim something you truly mean.
Saying "I'm going to be Straight Edge this weekend" or anything that's limited is a lie and a slap in the face to everyone that claims to be SxE for life. SxE is a lifestyle that shouldn't be seen as a temporary decision. Now I'm not saying that you can't chose to no longer be Edge at a later time in your life, but it's not something you should go into by saying "for now." If you don't want to drink, just don't drink, but don't label yourself something you truly aren't. It's liek saying I'm going to be Vegan this month. Being Vegan is a lifestyle chosen for a reason, often chosen based on views about animal cruelty. So how do you say I'll be Vegan and be against eating the flesh of animals cause it's wrong for a month and then go back to being a carnivore, it's silly.
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