Do you drink alcohol?

ragnarockette · 2018-12-08T03:03:19+00:00

Yes. I’m a very social person and live in a social city. My husband and I also have very high stress jobs. I’ve stopped getting super hammered though, I can’t do hangovers anymore!

suzannehatton · 2018-12-08T06:45:06+00:00

I gave up alcohol in 2015. It was partly due to religion and partly because of alcoholism in my family (my dad is alcohol dependent). I have also had some mental health problems so it just wasn't doing me any favours at all. Even small amounts would send me on a negative spiral. At first people would pressure me to drink but now they don't question it.

This is the advice I would give:

Stick to your guns. It will get easier over time when people realize you are serious about not drinking and that this isn't just a fad.
Formulate an answer to the question "why don't you drink". I got asked this a lot at first. You don't have to give an in-depth answer/divulge your life history. A short, honest answer is best (I find).
Be prepared for people to get defensive if they think you are judging them for drinking. I got a lot of people in the early days would respond to my reasons for not drinking with a defensive argument for why they do drink. Try not to come across as judgemental or "above" people who drink. I made this mistake.
Be the designated driver. People really appreciate a safe lift home at the end of the night and it can make you feel good to be helpful/take care of people.
Don't be afraid to go home early. When everyone is really drunk it can be a bit boring for sober people. Most people understand this and won't be offended if you head off early.

I can honestly say that my life is better without alcohol. I am healthier and happier. Having said that, I no longer see alcohol as a terrible thing (which I used to) and understand that many people can use it and not have the problems that I did.

Hope this helps xx

AnarchoNAP · 2018-12-08T02:32:23+00:00

No. I’ve drank too much in the past. And now I’m ttc. If you find it difficult not to drink you might want to look into why.

Queen_BW · 2018-12-08T03:33:37+00:00

Ive never been a big drinker but I cut back even more around two years ago. I think I had maybe 5 beers during all 2018.

I do love my wax pen tho.

LookingForEquanimity · 2018-12-08T02:32:28+00:00

Hi there. I don't drink anymore. It's been over a year now. I stopped because I felt as though it was holding me back from reaching my true potential. Plus it's very unhealthy and can age you. I wasnt good at moderating and just decided it was something I didn't want to do and quitting would be easier. It isn't weird or difficult in social situations any longer. It was hard for a bit but now I like it. I go out, have fun and leave by midnight when everyone is loaded. Edited for grammar

fluffdumpling · 2018-12-08T02:43:23+00:00

I would do it in moderation like when I went to see my LDR (so four drinks in one weekend seeing each other about every other weekend), but I'm on Isotretinoin now so I can't drink at all which is fine. Better for my skin anyways.

bisousophelia · 2018-12-08T03:08:09+00:00

Yes. I’m a fairly anxious and self conscious person (not medicated) so a drink or two in social situations helps relax me and take off that on edge feeling. I’m very careful not to drink TOO much though, don’t want to make a fool of myself and I don’t actually enjoy being drunk

[deleted] · 2018-12-08T03:17:11+00:00

I drink sometimes. It usually is not more than a couple of drinks and I rarely get drunk. I don't have a hard time not drinking in social situations because I am fairly extraverted and not particularly anxious.

Zegiknie · 2018-12-08T03:43:09+00:00

No, I only cook with it. I never learned to like it and for health reasons, never made the effort. It's not hard - when I was younger, people used to try and convince me. But not in a mean way, I never felt pressured. Since mid 20s, nobody bats an eye.

wfhere · 2018-12-08T04:07:19+00:00

No, I hate the taste of it and I prefer been sober.

Title	Do you drink alcohol?
Author	queserasera_5
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Date	December 8, 2018 2:29 AM UTC (7 years ago)
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