[Spock's eyebrows twitch as he recalls a conversation that sounded similar to this not long ago....

It was with one Mister Mithos...

As for volatile reactions... well.. Spock tried to kill his Captain the last time he insulted his mother.]

Believe me when I say that that course of action is not wise.
To take risks is to 'grow' and 'mature'. You would do well not to separate yourself from the world.