I dont drink Alcohol

auroranflash

I probably drink enough for both of us, but my best friend is the same way - rarely ever drinks, neither does her boyfriend, gets harassed about it. I don't understand why people think they have to shove booze down your throat. So, in the name of all my fellows alchies, I apologize. Don't listen to us, we're a little..... *swirls finger*

bugtrain

I just say "No Thank You".....and move on.....but I try not to put myself in the situations where it's a problem.My husband doesn't drink ,nor do any of my friends.

HotCuppaJo

Reading through these posts, it seems to me like the nondrinkers feel like they are better then the drinkers. I dont know if thats the impression anyone else got, but thats what I got out of it.

I kind've agree with this... Non-drinkers DO sometimes get a bad rap from people...and get pressured into drinking, or into feeling bad because they AREN'T drinking. I get that.

But, there are also Non-drinkers who JUDGE drinkers and act like they are better than us. That seems stupid, as well. It goes both ways. Frankly, I don't care what anyone else chooses to do. I enjoy to drink...I like the taste of it...and I don't feel one bit bad about it! AND, if you are out w/ me and you choose NOT to drink, that's absolutely fine with me, too! :drinker:

nixirain

This! I am a drinker. But sometimes I don't wanna or I don't want another drink and be lit, lol. So instead of ordering a water in a water glass I ask for a cocktail glass with diet coke or soda with a splash of cranberry. Someone cannot try to order you a drink it they think you already have one! Like you these are people that are not my close friends so I just don't care to have that argument about why I am not drinking. Close friends and family never even ask me why.

Chanmill92

Even though I'm not of age to drink (19, about to turn 20), I don't do it anyway. What's fun about going out to a friends party (or club for those who are older) and drinking when you can't even remember the night? I want to make memories with my friends, not hold their hair while they puke into a toilet. I do have some friends that are 21 and whenever we're at their house they try to pressure me into it, I've gotten so use to this that I just bring myself a bottle of water or soda. and smile politely and say, "No thanks, I'm set." It's seem to help so far but I still get the weird looks.

livefree1127

Been there done that, don't want to go there again..........I'm free, life is good!!!!!!!!!!!!

newman84

I don't drink because of medication i'm on. Even when i wasn't i didn't really drink and got called boring and a lot of other names. I don't need to drink to have fun. I don't like to not have control of my actions and that is what drinking can do. I see how people who drink alot are and i don't want that to be me.

Wildheart_Baby

When i say 'oh sorry, i dont drink' they have a face of dissapointment,

You shouldn't be apologising for not drinking, when people ask what you're having tell them you'll have soda and orange, or tonic water, I've been avoiding alcohol since the 1st of January as a way of seeing if its become a habit or if I really need it, seems it was just habit as I still have some alcohol in the house which is untouched from New Years eve.

Anyone who suggests that you're boring because you don't drink, I would suggest waiting until they're drunk and then filming them so you can show them what 'fun' people they are when drunk.

I really enjoy a drink when socialising with friends but I've noticed that people get very loud when drinking due to the alcohol making people go deaf, also you should tag anyone who suggests that you're a boring person because you choose not to drink as a dullard since they need alcohol to have a good time and you don't.

sculley

I am a non drinker. I was a daughter, grandaughter,(so on) of drinkers. I have seen the effects of what it does to a marriage and family. It even almost ruin my marriage to my now husband (who hasn't had a drink in 5 months I say proudly) I don't let people get to me because in the end this is a decision I make and I don't want my sons thinking it's ok or just a normal thing that happens in a family because it's not.

sdubya04

I don't drink either. I have never found anything that doesn't make me gag!
I always tell people I'm the driver! That seems to work like a charm and get you a free soda!

LaurenAOK

I'm sorry people respond to you like that. I think that's crazy! I drink (fairly often), but I have plenty of friends who don't drink and it has never crossed my mind to pressure them to. I would never want to push anyone out of their comfort zone. I understand that alcohol and partying is not for everyone!

My best advice would be to just try to not care what other people think. If the biggest source of excitement in their lives is getting other people to drink with them, they probably need to find a hobby.

VoodooLuLu

i dont drink and people who pressure me to drink know that when i blank stare them its time to stop and they do stop

PaveGurl

I've always found "oh, no thanks!" to be sufficient. I go out pretty frequently to parties and clubs, and worked in a very alcohol-soaked business for a while, and that's all I've ever needed to say. Sometimes, "oh, a [soda of my preference] would be fantastic right now! Thank you so much!" And I've never had anyone push me - I don't make a big deal of it, and so they rarely do either. If they push it, I generally say I have an allergy.

Pookylou

I drink when I want to, last drink I had was Christmas Day, one glass of champagne with my family (when I try to turn it down I get the Oh it's just one blah).
I don't drink much because I'm not overly keen on alcohol, would rather eat my calories, have a father with alcohol issues, I work in a bar and see the "fun" side of drinking! I will have a drink when socialising, but I'd much rather drive and be able to leave when I want than drink and get stuck (and fork out for a taxi!)

samcee

I don't like drinking either but a lot of my friends do. I don't believe you have to be drunk to have fun! I usually get myself a cranberry juice to disguise it but somebody always ends up buying me an alcoholic one. I am terrible when drunk and don't like the lost of control. Always end up embarrassing myself!

Nowadays I tend to only go out with them when some sort of activities are involved. I do like the atmospheres at bars especially one with live music but if all they're doing is getting hammered than I'm out of it.

JacksMom12

I've been clean and sober for 21 months, and I work in a bar! It's really tough, and my social circle all revolve their lives around drinking, so I feel very alone most times. It's tough, but for me it's worth it.

myfitnessnmhoy

I do drink, but I hate to see people "push" a drink on someone else. But the same is true of sugary sweets. And diet plans.

I've gone out to after-hours business functions where alcohol is served a lot of times. If I want to keep a really clear head, I'll order coffee or decaf. Herbal teas are generally available at most restaurants and make another great social beverage.

silvergurl518

i'll have five years of sobriety under my belt in july, so i know first-hand what it's like to be a drinker (and a heavy one) and an abstainer. if any of your supposed friends are pressuring you and buying you drinks, like some have said, it's time to find new friends. a lot of people don't like the taste or the effect, and that's nothing to be ashamed of! if someone has a problem with you not drinking, they're the ones with the problem. i used to judge people who didn't drink back when i was boozing--because i had a problem and didn't want to face it. just be you, don't worry, if you want to drink, drink, but if you don't, then don't! easy as pie

for what it's worth, my life has grown exponentially since i quit drinking.

Buckeyt

I couldn't even tell you the last time I had any sort of alcohol.

Cannot stand the taste of wine, especially red wine.
Beer tastes ok but I'd rather have something else.

Isn't the real reason people drink for the effects of alcohol? that's the part I can't stand. I just hate that buzzed feeling.

ElizabethRoad

Unless there is a specific health reason, or alcoholism or something, I don't understand why you wouldn't just have a few and enjoy life. But, whateves.

Because she wouldn't enjoy it. Duh.