Going today to meet with girls on Painting workshop. All

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Going today to meet with girls on Painting workshop. All drinks included. I will be the only one person who don’t drink. What do you usually tell unknown people (they are not alcoholics) why you don’t drink?

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That’s a tough one. I feel like I freeze and get a little anxious when someone asks why because it’s the only drug you have to apologize for NOT using.

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#3

You do drink. You choose to not drink alcohol today. You can say that alcohol hasn’t been agreeing with you lately, and you are choosing not to drink it

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#4

I'm honest. I tell them I quit drinking because it wasn't working out anymore.

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#5

I don't care what anyone thinks anymore. I just say no thanks and leave it at that. It doesn't seem to go any further. I think it was me who needed the reason. It doesn't matter to me anymore

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#6

That hand stand amazing to me. I never could even stand on my head ever lol :rofl::roll_eyes::joy:

#7

I’m honest and not in the mood to care about others thoughts. Be yourself and have fun. If they don’t like it, it’s on them.

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#8

Love that

#9

Anyone can , it takes practice!

#10

I’m allergic I breakout In handcuff

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#11

:joy::joy::joy::raised_hands:t3:

#12

God I still hate when I get asked this lol - I just simply decline and if I get pushed more to drink I’ll keep on saying no thank you :slight_smile:

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#13

I tell them the truth :heart: For my sober journey I need to be transparent and honest. It helps me stay sober. I actually receive great support when I tell them the truth. You would be surprised how accepting people really are to our own admission of our addictions.

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#15

Do you smoke cigs? If no, and others were smoking would you feel the need to justify not smoking?

I think naturally we worry more about this than needed.

I'd recommend not over sharing and not making up an excuse. A simple "I don't drink " is a fine and honest answer. If someone was rude enough to push, just say it's best for your personal health.

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#16

I love that. Yes! I agree there is nothing to be afraid of to tell honestly

#17

I am not a smoker and I hate cigarettes smell!

#18

At this point I'm glad I can still stand somewhat straight lol :rofl::roll_eyes::joy::grin::joy:

#19

I agree with @mark148850 , jist say you don't drink or say no thanks if offered. I used to worry about the same thing but learned no one actually cares. As an alcoholic I make a big deal of it in my head AND I AM SUPER IMPORTANT (sarcasm). The truth is no one gives a $hit besides me.

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#20

I have found that people really only care about themselves when it comes to this topic. If I say I’m not drinking I usually hear something like “oh good. More for me” or something equally banal.

If someone does push a drink on me it’s an indication that they are concerned about their own drinking habits. Not 100%, but often. :man_shrugging:

You are a yoga instructor. I would think, in your field, both your peers and clients would respect the simple and undeniable health benefits of not drinking. If you are uncomfortable telling someone to myob, go with the health angle.

And finally, often I just duck it all together. I order an unsweetened iced tea and that’s just the end of it.

Tell us how it went!!

#21

I haven’t been to anything like that in 30 months because I still don’t trust myself. This is the hardest thing I have ever done so when not comfortable I still won’t go. My choice. That’s why I haven’t seen family all this time. Alcohol is big time in my family.

This is the time of year I honestly struggle the most because I miss the old times but, the old times almost killed me.