I've always been a guy who likes to drink when I go out. But since I started learning pick up, I feel like it gives me a fake sense of confidence when approaching girls.

Trust me, a few months ago I would be scared of approaching a girl even if I was mad drunk. But now it has become pretty easy. And the alcohool helps me to have fun and enjoy the night. It puts me in a good mood.

I tried going out sober to some night clubs and it was incredibly overwhelming. The place was extremely loud, people were really drunk, I just couldn't enjoy it. I approached a few girls, but I was scared and in a low energy level. In short, I didn't have fun at all, I actually hated it.

My question is whether that's normal and whether it is ok to drink when I go out to have fun and pick up girls. Or should I keep trying to work on feeling at ease and enjoying my time sober at bars and night clubs? My fear is to end up depending on alcohol to approach girls. I've been doing some day game approaches and I'm starting to realize that I can also talk to girls sober. But I would like to hear your opinions and experiences.