Everyone I know who smokes is right on all professionals, perhaps because I am a professional. I would have to say that it is the person who creates the outcome not the drug. I have had oxys for my knee when I blew it out, took some for recreation a couple of times never touched it again. Losers are always looking for an escape and they will find one no matter the drug. Now some people have mental health issues with that I agree that they are not losers merely sick people who are trying to self medicate. But look at it another way everyone is on something, whether it's your coffee in the AM, wine in the PM or smokes in the day everyone has their vices some vices are fit a bit tighter.
I agree with this.
I know tons of Professionals who use rec drugs, not so many weed smokers, but a lot of upper level successful people do drugs or drink heavily.
One of the most intelligent Architects i've ever met smokes weed every night and does coke on the weekends. He's in his 40's and makes more money than most people dream of.
In the end we all have our vices, i drink coffee every morning 7 days a week to get me going in the morning. Does that make me different than someone who smokes weed or drinks every night to relax? I don't think so. Legal issues aside i don't see a big deal with smoking weed, i've seen far more destruction from drinking than smoking pot.