What is your honest opinion of those who do not drink alcohol?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Would you still want to go out or be friends with them?

It is well known that the only people that mind others not drinking are those with drinking problems. I was told that once and as I get older I find it to be so true.

This is sadly accurate. People with a healthy relationship with alcohol don’t need other people around them to be drinkers as well. Drunks love to be surrounded by other drunks.

[Anonymous]

I don't drink, I don't recall anyone ever having a problem with that.

[Anonymous]

I am a lobbyist and drink very very rarely. I’m successful and attend a lot of events. I get a coke and nobody notices or cares, and if they say anything I just say “my tolerance sucks” or “I have to drive home” and nobody seems to care. If I’m at a white collar or black tie event I’ll let them pour the glass of wine and won’t drink it. It’s not a big deal. The Mormon senators looks absolutely 20 years younger so that’s good enough for me. That doesnt mean I won’t sometimes take a sip but I can’t wait to remember the last time I was drunk. I’ve had three kids and people are always shocked, same with my husband who I encourage not to drink. I think it’s an awful burden to carry as a working parent, unless you’re like a 7 foot tall 250 lb man and a drink doesnt faze you. I don’t judge drinkers and will serve wine but not my bag.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I don't drink, I don't recall anyone ever having a problem with that.

I take that back, my sister did briefly, but she also has a bit of a problem with drinking.. Even with that she was never really rude about it.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I never understood how someone's decision not to drink at a party impacts your ability to have a good time.

changes the vibe. Fun times! 😴

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I am a lobbyist and drink very very rarely. I’m successful and attend a lot of events. I get a coke and nobody notices or cares, and if they say anything I just say “my tolerance sucks” or “I have to drive home” and nobody seems to care. If I’m at a white collar or black tie event I’ll let them pour the glass of wine and won’t drink it. It’s not a big deal. The Mormon senators looks absolutely 20 years younger so that’s good enough for me. That doesnt mean I won’t sometimes take a sip but I can’t wait to remember the last time I was drunk. I’ve had three kids and people are always shocked, same with my husband who I encourage not to drink. I think it’s an awful burden to carry as a working parent, unless you’re like a 7 foot tall 250 lb man and a drink doesnt faze you. I don’t judge drinkers and will serve wine but not my bag.

Newsfash: You don’t look as good as you think. 😆

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I am a lobbyist and drink very very rarely. I’m successful and attend a lot of events. I get a coke and nobody notices or cares, and if they say anything I just say “my tolerance sucks” or “I have to drive home” and nobody seems to care. If I’m at a white collar or black tie event I’ll let them pour the glass of wine and won’t drink it. It’s not a big deal. The Mormon senators looks absolutely 20 years younger so that’s good enough for me. That doesnt mean I won’t sometimes take a sip but I can’t wait to remember the last time I was drunk. I’ve had three kids and people are always shocked, same with my husband who I encourage not to drink. I think it’s an awful burden to carry as a working parent, unless you’re like a 7 foot tall 250 lb man and a drink doesnt faze you. I don’t judge drinkers and will serve wine but not my bag.

Good idea!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I assume they are former alcoholics, pregnant, suffer OCD, jihad type, a health nut, Hep C or born again.

Not saying folks have to drink a lot. But someone who at a wedding won’t take a sip of Champaign at the toast has a mental or medical disorder

Or we just don’t like champagne?

So i guess control freak is another category.

[Anonymous]

Out of curiosity, how old are you, Op? This seems like a juvenile question so I’m guessing that your early to mid twenties.

Ive pretty much stopped drinking due to medical reasons (contraindications with my medication) though I may enjoy a drink once every few months. It’s a non issue for me, as I don’t really miss it. I feel better without it

The only person who used to give me grief was my brother. At near 40 he used to tell me to “drink! And not be a (insert expletives). If I didn’t finish the drink, he’d chug to not “waste alcohol “. It made me so sad bc with older eyes he just looked pathetic, immature and a complete mess. His life is a disaster and where I once thought he was cool in his 20s, I see where his drinking has gotten him in life.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I assume they are former alcoholics, pregnant, suffer OCD, jihad type, a health nut, Hep C or born again.

Not saying folks have to drink a lot. But someone who at a wedding won’t take a sip of Champaign at the toast has a mental or medical disorder

The racist Trumper type is exactly who I picture asking this question and/or having a problem with non-drinkers. No irony in the fact that you think teetotaling and not bigotry is the mental disorder. Stay classy, MTG

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I assume they are former alcoholics, pregnant, suffer OCD, jihad type, a health nut, Hep C or born again.

Not saying folks have to drink a lot. But someone who at a wedding won’t take a sip of Champaign at the toast has a mental or medical disorder

Or we just don’t like champagne?

So i guess control freak is another category.

As is judgy mcjudgeface.

[Anonymous]

Of course. I have several close friends who gave up drinking years ago. It makes absolutely no difference to me.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I assume they are former alcoholics, pregnant, suffer OCD, jihad type, a health nut, Hep C or born again.

Not saying folks have to drink a lot. But someone who at a wedding won’t take a sip of Champaign at the toast has a mental or medical disorder

The racist Trumper type is exactly who I picture asking this question and/or having a problem with non-drinkers. No irony in the fact that you think teetotaling and not bigotry is the mental disorder. Stay classy, MTG

+1.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Such a dumb question. Seriously why does it matter if someone doesn't drink alcohol? I'm someone who doesn't drink never have. I hope my friends don't go around judging me behind my back! Do you realize some don't drink due to being a recovering alcoholic? It's sometimes a difficult conversation to have with those individuals.

Because someone once told me it’s best I don’t attend happy hour because I would negatively change the vibe

That someone is an alcoholic or on their way to becoming an alcoholic. They are the only people who care that everyone is getting as bombed as they are. Trust me on this.

[Anonymous]

I like to drink (granted - I'm in my late 20s, no kids) and honestly don't care if anyone around me doesn't. If anything, I think they're committed to their health!