I'm too drunk to recall much of what I've said. Which, come to think of it, is probably just as well, judging by the way people who are normally quite sensible dissolve into gibbering, rude, opinionated and bombastic idiots once the alcohol molecules in their bloom-stream outnumber the neutrons, or whatever. Luckily, one only notices this if one stays sober oneself, so the solution is as pleasant {at the time, at least} as it is obvious.
The narrator reflects on the effects of alcohol, noting that it often transforms sensible individuals into boisterous and irrational versions of themselves. This shift in behavior is strikingly evident to those who remain sober, as they witness others becoming overly opinionated and foolish in their drunken state. The initial appeal of drinking is contrasted with the sobering realization of its consequences on social interactions.
This observation highlights the irony of intoxication; while it may provide temporary pleasure, it often leads to a loss of self-control and rationality in oneself and others. The narrator suggests that being sober can offer clarity amidst the chaos that alcohol tends to create, prompting the thought that perhaps it's best to maintain one's composure in social settings.
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