Sobriety
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Personally, I've never been a drinker. Don't understand why anyone would find it fun.
If it wasn't fun people wouldn't do it, my old man said never trust a teetotaller and he was right
Seriously?
Yes drinking is a fine past time if done properly
Which, you stated yourself you can't do.
You must remind me of when i said i couldn't drink?I like a good session on the drink fortunately it has never got to the stage where i feel i needed help, i binge drink at the weekend but don't touch the stuff during the week, addiction is a terrible thing, my intake counts as alcohol dependancy but i think this is overstating the fact somewhat0 -
Personally, I've never been a drinker. Don't understand why anyone would find it fun.
If it wasn't fun people wouldn't do it, my old man said never trust a teetotaller and he was right
Seriously?
Yes drinking is a fine past time if done properly
Which, you stated yourself you can't do.
You must remind me of when i said i couldn't drink?I like a good session on the drink fortunately it has never got to the stage where i feel i needed help, i binge drink at the weekend but don't touch the stuff during the week, addiction is a terrible thing, my intake counts as alcohol dependancy but i think this is overstating the fact somewhat
yep0 -
You are strong!0
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Thank you for sharing. :flowerforyou:0
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Personally, I've never been a drinker. Don't understand why anyone would find it fun.
If it wasn't fun people wouldn't do it, my old man said never trust a teetotaller and he was right
A bad tasting liquid that results in a lower IQ? No thanks, I'll pass & keep my brain cells.
There have been many people who could be classed as a genius who have drunk to excess never mind in moderation. anyone knows this so as a non drinker who seems blissfully unaware of such a fact i wouldn't mention IQ levels
For anyone who has misread my posts to clarify for the mock outrage brigrade
Addiction is a terrible thing as i have stated
Drinking is fun otherwise people wouldn't do it
I drink too much at weekend according to doctors but don't bother during the week
My point that non drinkers are a little dull/can't have a laugh may seem like putting a small group into one pot but the replies so far doesn't help their cause
Awaits a "think of the children" reply from the usual Oprah crowd0 -
There have been many people who could be classed as a genius who have drunk to excess never mind in moderation. anyone knows this so as a non drinker who seems blissfully unaware of such a fact i wouldn't mention IQ levels
For anyone who has misread my posts to clarify for the mock outrage brigrade
Addiction is a terrible thing as i have stated
Drinking is fun otherwise people wouldn't do it
I drink too much at weekend according to doctors but don't bother during the week
My point that non drinkers are a little dull/can't have a laugh may seem like putting a small group into one pot but the replies so far doesn't help their cause
Awaits a "think of the children" reply from the usual Oprah crowd
http://brainhealthreview.com/2013/11/your-brain-on-alcohol/0 -
Personally, I've never been a drinker. Don't understand why anyone would find it fun.
If it wasn't fun people wouldn't do it, my old man said never trust a teetotaller and he was right
A bad tasting liquid that results in a lower IQ? No thanks, I'll pass & keep my brain cells.
There have been many people who could be classed as a genius who have drunk to excess never mind in moderation. anyone knows this so as a non drinker who seems blissfully unaware of such a fact i wouldn't mention IQ levels
For anyone who has misread my posts to clarify for the mock outrage brigrade
Addiction is a terrible thing as i have stated
Drinking is fun otherwise people wouldn't do it
I drink too much at weekend according to doctors but don't bother during the week
My point that non drinkers are a little dull/can't have a laugh may seem like putting a small group into one pot but the replies so far doesn't help their cause
Awaits a "think of the children" reply from the usual Oprah crowd
Do you know one of the easiest ways to spot an addict in denial? They say things like this:non drinkers are a little dull/can't have a laugh
to justify things like this
.I drink too much at weekend0 -
Personally, I've never been a drinker. Don't understand why anyone would find it fun.
If it wasn't fun people wouldn't do it, my old man said never trust a teetotaller and he was right
Seriously?
Yes drinking is a fine past time if done properly
Which, you stated yourself you can't do.
You must remind me of when i said i couldn't drink?I like a good session on the drink fortunately it has never got to the stage where i feel i needed help, i binge drink at the weekend but don't touch the stuff during the week, addiction is a terrible thing, my intake counts as alcohol dependancy but i think this is overstating the fact somewhat
You need to look up what doctors class as alcohol dependency in this nanny state of ours, last i heard which changes as often as the wind is 28 units which is frankly pathetic
not drinking properly is missing your mouth0 -
Personally, I've never been a drinker. Don't understand why anyone would find it fun.
If it wasn't fun people wouldn't do it, my old man said never trust a teetotaller and he was right
A bad tasting liquid that results in a lower IQ? No thanks, I'll pass & keep my brain cells.
There have been many people who could be classed as a genius who have drunk to excess never mind in moderation. anyone knows this so as a non drinker who seems blissfully unaware of such a fact i wouldn't mention IQ levels
For anyone who has misread my posts to clarify for the mock outrage brigrade
Addiction is a terrible thing as i have stated
Drinking is fun otherwise people wouldn't do it
I drink too much at weekend according to doctors but don't bother during the week
My point that non drinkers are a little dull/can't have a laugh may seem like putting a small group into one pot but the replies so far doesn't help their cause
Awaits a "think of the children" reply from the usual Oprah crowd
It's not "There have been many people who could be classed as a genius who have drunk…." it's "There have been many people who could be classed as a genius who have DRANK…." I see you wouldn't be classified as a genius…
I've never had a sip of alcohol in the 20 years I've been alive and I'm one of the most fun people to be around. So your "stereotype" is making an *kitten* out of yourself.0 -
Those who have been able to quit such a debilitating addiction amaze me. Ty, Laura, yall rock.
someone's conscience is obviously bothering them to even feel the need to counter.0 -
I would consider myself having a drinking problem, bordering on alcoholic. The past 6 weeks I've drastically cut my alcohol consumption down. (From drinking daily to once a week or less)... This week.. back to my old ways. And I feel like crap. I'm tired, sweaty, depressed, and eating more than I need.
My goal is to limit myself to drinking once a month. Maybe just quit completely...
I think it's important to note, my father is a raging alcoholic. As a kid I swore I'd never ever drink.. but look where I am today. I truly believe genes play a role.0 -
Personally, I've never been a drinker. Don't understand why anyone would find it fun.
If it wasn't fun people wouldn't do it, my old man said never trust a teetotaller and he was right
A bad tasting liquid that results in a lower IQ? No thanks, I'll pass & keep my brain cells.
There have been many people who could be classed as a genius who have drunk to excess never mind in moderation. anyone knows this so as a non drinker who seems blissfully unaware of such a fact i wouldn't mention IQ levels
For anyone who has misread my posts to clarify for the mock outrage brigrade
Addiction is a terrible thing as i have stated
Drinking is fun otherwise people wouldn't do it
I drink too much at weekend according to doctors but don't bother during the week
My point that non drinkers are a little dull/can't have a laugh may seem like putting a small group into one pot but the replies so far doesn't help their cause
Awaits a "think of the children" reply from the usual Oprah crowd
Do you know one of the easiest ways to spot an addict in denial? They say things like this:non drinkers are a little dull/can't have a laugh
to justify things like this
.I drink too much at weekend
I drink too much according to doctors not me, and as they keep changing their mind who cares, an addict cannot blissfully go without alchohol for five days and be an addict, that is my defintion, i know addicts and they wake up and want a drink their life revolves around it, if weekend drinkers are addicts then a few billion people are addicts according to this rule, common sense really has gone to pot0 -
congratulation op i've been sober 3 year 4 months at the end of the month. i can never return to try one drink it leads to more. i'm happy with out it0
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Only those who have a problem with alcohol have to bash those of us who do not drink. I love having fun sober. As far as those who only drink on the weekend in excess you are what's called a functioning alcoholic. My husband was one so don't tell me I don't know what I'm talking about. My husband was nonviolent. His only abuse of me was neglect. I was basically a single parent with a drunk for a husband. He went to work and worked hard. He was killed in a automobile accident the day after a night of moderate drinking for him and because he blood alcohol was .1 I was out over 50,000 dollars of insurance. It was .02 over. This could happen to those of you who think it can't. Been there, done that and had to clean up his financial mess. He functioned like he was not under the influence but he was. For 5 years of my life after that accident I barely survived financially so don't you dare put me down because I don't drink.0
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I would consider myself having a drinking problem, bordering on alcoholic. The past 6 weeks I've drastically cut my alcohol consumption down. (From drinking daily to once a week or less)... This week.. back to my old ways. And I feel like crap. I'm tired, sweaty, depressed, and eating more than I need.
My goal is to limit myself to drinking once a month. Maybe just quit completely...
I think it's important to note, my father is a raging alcoholic. As a kid I swore I'd never ever drink.. but look where I am today. I truly believe genes play a role.
Some people are just plain ol' predisposed to having addictive personalities. Start by removing the alcohol from your home. When you want to have a drink, go out to a public place. Maybe spending more on a drink will limit how much you have. Additionally, it will also effect how long you have to wait until you go home. Or, only buy one beer at a time if you're a beer-drinker.
Most importantly, stay strong! Spend time with others who don't drink often, and find those who will support your choice.0 -
I would consider myself having a drinking problem, bordering on alcoholic. The past 6 weeks I've drastically cut my alcohol consumption down. (From drinking daily to once a week or less)... This week.. back to my old ways. And I feel like crap. I'm tired, sweaty, depressed, and eating more than I need.
My goal is to limit myself to drinking once a month. Maybe just quit completely...
I think it's important to note, my father is a raging alcoholic. As a kid I swore I'd never ever drink.. but look where I am today. I truly believe genes play a role.
I'm very sorry to hear you are back to your old ways.
Whatever you do, DO NOT QUIT COLD TURKEY.
Quitting alcohol cold turkey is one of the biggest myths. People die from quitting alcohol cold turkey frequently. So please, get a doctor involved, get the help you need, and do it the right way. Wean yourself off.
Good luck to you!0 -
There have been many people who could be classed as a genius who have drunk to excess never mind in moderation. anyone knows this so as a non drinker who seems blissfully unaware of such a fact i wouldn't mention IQ levels
For anyone who has misread my posts to clarify for the mock outrage brigrade
Addiction is a terrible thing as i have stated
Drinking is fun otherwise people wouldn't do it
I drink too much at weekend according to doctors but don't bother during the week
My point that non drinkers are a little dull/can't have a laugh may seem like putting a small group into one pot but the replies so far doesn't help their cause
Awaits a "think of the children" reply from the usual Oprah crowd
http://brainhealthreview.com/2013/11/your-brain-on-alcohol/
In between a teetotaller and an alcholic there is a wide range of people so a terrible point0 -
Congratulations :flowerforyou:
Hilts, since you don't believe you have a problem and you aren't interested in sobriety, maybe this isn't the thread for you?
(In fairness to you, you didn't start the fun v no fun debate, but this really isn't the right thread for it.)0 -
Need to quickly again. My husband could go without a drink for days when he had his open heart surgery and didn't need anything for withdrawal so that person who said about needing a drink everyday to be an alcoholic is WRONG.0
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13 1/2 years in recovery over here!! Don't miss it one bit! And I get to EAT my cals now!! lol0
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Congratulations of taking action so you can have the best life possible. Addiction is very common in my family and I am so grateful for AA and for all the people that care enough to help people realize they can have an amazing life SOBER! I admire anyone and everyone who has the courage to make those hard changes and change their entire Life! Thanks for sharing your story!0
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I would consider myself having a drinking problem, bordering on alcoholic. The past 6 weeks I've drastically cut my alcohol consumption down. (From drinking daily to once a week or less)... This week.. back to my old ways. And I feel like crap. I'm tired, sweaty, depressed, and eating more than I need.
My goal is to limit myself to drinking once a month. Maybe just quit completely...
I think it's important to note, my father is a raging alcoholic. As a kid I swore I'd never ever drink.. but look where I am today. I truly believe genes play a role.
My advice is to go to an AA meeting, you don't have to say anything at all, just observe.
It can open your eyes to the type of people who are there...many like you...many worse..many not as bad.
If it's something that you think you may have a problem with, just quit completely...I'm here if you need anything...0 -
And SHAME on the better than thou people on this thread who say they never drink and blah blah blah. Alcoholics don't CHOOSE to be alcoholics! Mad props to the OP for her sober time! Thank you for sharing your experience, strength and hope!
I TRIPLE DOG DARE ANYONE to make any snarky comments on my post!0 -
Only those who have a problem with alcohol have to bash those of us who do not drink. I love having fun sober. As far as those who only drink on the weekend in excess you are what's called a functioning alcoholic. My husband was one so don't tell me I don't know what I'm talking about. My husband was nonviolent. His only abuse of me was neglect. I was basically a single parent with a drunk for a husband. He went to work and worked hard. He was killed in a automobile accident the day after a night of moderate drinking for him and because he blood alcohol was .1 I was out over 50,000 dollars of insurance. It was .02 over. This could happen to those of you who think it can't. Been there, done that and had to clean up his financial mess. He functioned like he was not under the influence but he was. For 5 years of my life after that accident I barely survived financially so don't you dare put me down because I don't drink.
I'm very sorry for the loss of your husband.
I totally understand why you don't drink. My brother was killed by a drunk kid on New Years. If it weren't for alcohol, he would still be here today. I will never touch alcohol, ever.0 -
Only those who have a problem with alcohol have to bash those of us who do not drink. I love having fun sober. As far as those who only drink on the weekend in excess you are what's called a functioning alcoholic. My husband was one so don't tell me I don't know what I'm talking about. My husband was nonviolent. His only abuse of me was neglect. I was basically a single parent with a drunk for a husband. He went to work and worked hard. He was killed in a automobile accident the day after a night of moderate drinking for him and because he blood alcohol was .1 I was out over 50,000 dollars of insurance. It was .02 over. This could happen to those of you who think it can't. Been there, done that and had to clean up his financial mess. He functioned like he was not under the influence but he was. For 5 years of my life after that accident I barely survived financially so don't you dare put me down because I don't drink.
I am not putting you down i wish people would read posts properly, all over the world there are people who go to the pub/bar.drink at home over the weekend, according to doctors and the do gooders they are alcohol dependant, most have happy lives, treat their familes well, function normally and have no problems with health, they enjoy a drink and god forbid get a bit tipsy, addicts are different they don't have that cut off point, it is an illness and i feel for them but i will not be lectured by the non drinking by choice brigrade who come up with all sorts of low IQ crap
one poster actually said they have never drank and tried to play high and mighty, it's like saying i have never eaten chicken but it is rubbish
You can drink, get drunk and be a normal decent person, everything is an issue with some people, no wonder head doctors drive Mercedes0 -
Girl you know I love you and think you are amazing and strong! So proud of you! HUGS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!0
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Edited to remove derailing comments and add this gif:
Laura,
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addicts are different they don't have that cut off point, it is an illness and i feel for them but i will not be lectured by the non drinking by choice brigrade who come up with all sorts of low IQ crap
Yes, but since the thread is about sobriety, which implies that it's for people with some level of addiction/dependence, this really isn't the place for it. (Yes, I thought the don't understand drinkers, not fun comment was also misplaced.)0 -
Only those who have a problem with alcohol have to bash those of us who do not drink. I love having fun sober. As far as those who only drink on the weekend in excess you are what's called a functioning alcoholic. My husband was one so don't tell me I don't know what I'm talking about. My husband was nonviolent. His only abuse of me was neglect. I was basically a single parent with a drunk for a husband. He went to work and worked hard. He was killed in a automobile accident the day after a night of moderate drinking for him and because he blood alcohol was .1 I was out over 50,000 dollars of insurance. It was .02 over. This could happen to those of you who think it can't. Been there, done that and had to clean up his financial mess. He functioned like he was not under the influence but he was. For 5 years of my life after that accident I barely survived financially so don't you dare put me down because I don't drink.
I am not putting you down i wish people would read posts properly, all over the world there are people who go to the pub/bar.drink at home over the weekend, according to doctors and the do gooders they are alcohol dependant, most have happy lives, treat their familes well, function normally and have no problems with health, they enjoy a drink and god forbid get a bit tipsy, addicts are different they don't have that cut off point, it is an illness and i feel for them but i will not be lectured by the non drinking by choice brigrade who come up with all sorts of low IQ crap
one poster actually said they have never drank and tried to play high and mighty, it's like saying i have never eaten chicken but it is rubbish
You can drink, get drunk and be a normal decent person, everything is an issue with some people, no wonder head doctors drive Mercedes
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Only those who have a problem with alcohol have to bash those of us who do not drink. I love having fun sober. As far as those who only drink on the weekend in excess you are what's called a functioning alcoholic. My husband was one so don't tell me I don't know what I'm talking about. My husband was nonviolent. His only abuse of me was neglect. I was basically a single parent with a drunk for a husband. He went to work and worked hard. He was killed in a automobile accident the day after a night of moderate drinking for him and because he blood alcohol was .1 I was out over 50,000 dollars of insurance. It was .02 over. This could happen to those of you who think it can't. Been there, done that and had to clean up his financial mess. He functioned like he was not under the influence but he was. For 5 years of my life after that accident I barely survived financially so don't you dare put me down because I don't drink.
I am not putting you down i wish people would read posts properly, all over the world there are people who go to the pub/bar.drink at home over the weekend, according to doctors and the do gooders they are alcohol dependant, most have happy lives, treat their familes well, function normally and have no problems with health, they enjoy a drink and god forbid get a bit tipsy, addicts are different they don't have that cut off point, it is an illness and i feel for them but i will not be lectured by the non drinking by choice brigrade who come up with all sorts of low IQ crap
one poster actually said they have never drank and tried to play high and mighty, it's like saying i have never eaten chicken but it is rubbish
You can drink, get drunk and be a normal decent person, everything is an issue with some people, no wonder head doctors drive Mercedes
Haha buddy, trying to compare someone never drinking and someone never eating chicken is totally opposite things.
You're right I said I've never drank and I'm DAMN proud of it and have every right to be. I'm extremely strong-willed and will never break the values and beliefs I hold when it comes to alcohol. Don't EVER try to question my sobriety. Not once in this thread have I acted as if I am better than someone who drinks, because I don't feel that way at all. I'm no better than someone who consumes alcohol. So don't go putting words in my mouth and try to make it seem like it's something it's not.0
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