Do you agree with euthanasia?

[neko]

You all might wonder how I go from 'titty city' to a discussion on euthanasia so easily, but I'm a cosmopolitan type of guy.

[lifetime fan]

This has been a topic of conversation in the LF household for the last 18 months.

 

I'm still to see a coherent argument why a mentally stable adult should not be able to chose the time of their going.

[Strontium]

If you believe that individuals have sovereignty over their own bodies, then there isn't really a coherent argument against it.

 

Opposition typically comes from those who believe we are mere pawns who are subject to the whims of some superior being.

 

It's not a decision I envy anyone, but when the time comes, it should be theirs and theirs alone to make.

[Lee909]

I completely agree with SD.

 

 

 

 

Twilight zone music

[s(k)aturation]

It's a very grey area mate, definations of assisted suicide and euthanisia are open to debate. I agree anyone with capacity should have their views respected.

 

I am fully aware there are large areas were we need to be extremely vigilant ragarding peoples wishes but that shouldn't stop us.

 

This is a difficult topic, isn't it?

Because there are arguments and counter-arguments at every turn.

Some based on "faith", others based on "enlightenment", for want of much better terms.

 

"Capacity", for example?

In the often melancholic, stressful and bleak circumstances surrounding a possible instance of euthanasia, what is classified as mental stability and might the judgment call made about it end up being a subjective one, open to interpretation and dispute?

 

Do I agree with euthanasia or not? 

I honestly really couldn't say, and hope I don't appear invertebrate by admitting as much.

[Rico1304]

It's a no-brainer for me. We allow patients to refuse treatments, and sometimes the state steps in to stop treatment, so how on earth do we not take it a simple step further and allow someone the chance to die with dignity?

[Bjornebye]

Same here. 

 

If someone is at the point where they are asking to die gracefully then they should be allowed. What right has anyone got to tell another human being that they can't choose what they do with their own life. 

[s(k)aturation]

I envy you guys for seeing it with such clarity and simplicity.

[Rico1304]

Patronising twat.

 

What medicines I take has as much to do with you as what colour I paint my living room. The only potential area for contention I see is when the state decides on someone's behalf.

[s(k)aturation]

Patronising twat.

 

What medicines I take has as much to do with you as what colour I paint my living room. The only potential area for contention I see is when the state decides on someone's behalf.

 

I thought this was about opinions on whether we agree with euthanasia or not.

Is there a right or wrong answer, is there?

Then why have the thread?

And when did I say other people's business had anything to do with me?

Take your anger, one-dimensionality, sanctimony and abuse elsewhere, mate.

I was just joining in the conversation and not meaning any offence.

I genuinely do envy people who see this issue with clarity, because I don't.

You conclude "patronising" and "twat" from a genuine remark I make, that's your problem.

[Champ]

Patronising twat.

What medicines I take has as much to do with you as what colour I paint my living room. The only potential area for contention I see is when the state decides on someone's behalf.

  

I thought this was about opinions on whether we agree with euthanasia or not.

Is there a right or wrong answer, is there?

Then why have the thread?

And when did I say other people's business had anything to do with me?

Take your anger, one-dimensionality, sanctimony and abuse elsewhere, mate.

I was just joining in the conversation and not meaning any offence.

I genuinely do envy people who see this issue with clarity, because I don't.

You conclude "patronising" and "twat" from a genuine remark I make, that's your problem.

Rico, I think I was as surprised by your response as Skaro. What did you find so patronising in his comments?

[Bjornebye]

  

Rico, I think I was as surprised by your response as Skaro. What did you find so patronising in his comments?

 

I just think he mis-read how it was meant thats all. 

[stringvest]

Yeah, but Rico, those curtains?  Christ.

[Champ]

I just think he mis-read how it was meant thats all.

 

That was my take on it but just wanted to hear from him

[Bjornebye]

That was my take on it but just wanted to hear from him

 

shit stir you mean.....

 

 

 

 

 

 

EDIT: Im joking 

[stringvest]

I think we should be able to make it legal for goths and emos.  A gentle, caring service to see them through their last days.  I'll set up a website - FML.com

 

Edit - just looked and it's been taken.

[Champ]

shit stir you mean.....

 

 

 

 

 

 

EDIT: Im joking

 

The exact opposite, in fact. Mediating

[VladimirIlyich]

Patronising twat.

 

What medicines I take has as much to do with you as what colour I paint my living room. The only potential area for contention I see is when the state decides on someone's behalf.

Wow!

Is this sarcasm or are you on the way to disconnect a pensioner's Gas supply?

[Rico1304]

Mmm, maybe I was a little harsh, I've been up all night with a toddler with chicken pox (not that in planning on sending her to dignitas). I just thought that it sounded patronising and implied he had some insight I didn't. Hey ho, sorry if I offended you.

[s(k)aturation]

implied he had some insight I didn't.

 

In fact, I was admitting the exact opposite. 

 

No probs. Toddler maintenance can make you want to kill people.

[Guest Numero Veinticinco]

Agree with SD and Rico. Simple this one, in my opinion.

[Champ]

Mmm, maybe I was a little harsh, I've been up all night with a toddler with chicken pox (not that in planning on sending her to dignitas). I just thought that it sounded patronising and implied he had some insight I didn't. Hey ho, sorry if I offended you.

I think the rest of us were a bit taken aback.

 

Sympathy over the chicken pox, though. J ended up in hospital with it as a tiny tot

[Jairzinho]

I think the rest of us were a bit taken aback.

 

Sympathy over the chicken pox, though. J ended up in hospital with it as a tiny tot

 

It's true, I did. In the back of my eye actually.

[VladimirIlyich]

My kids got it around the end of primary school age.

 

Not as bad then.

[Unrighteous]

I'm just bumping this so it sits above the "Justin Beiber" thread on the first page.

I wanna see it.