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[quote=Anonymous]I say I don’t drink to allow people to know that they can stop offering me different or other beverages.

Here’s the deal- many are saying it’s “different” if they know someone is in recovery. I can tell you that it is NOT an easy thing to tell others and it becomes even more difficult when you’ve had a problem with alcohol but don’t go to a 12 step program or otherwise outwardly show it. I quit drinking  a year ago. I was fun before but there was an element of “who knows what might happen kind of fun- A dui? Falling down? An argument? Who knows!” Plus I would have no memory of our night and be filled with dread for the whole next day. Now I have actual fun with the same people and actually remember it! I’m happy for my friends that they aren’t affected by alcohol like I was and I’m happy they can enjoy it- but I have no doubt tha I can’t.

Please just be considerate and remember that just like you don’t reveal your medical history to me when we have a cup of tea, I may not feel safe talking about my medical history simply because you offered me alcohol. If you just believe the best about people you can have your drink and enjoy it and you can trust me to know that me not drinking is intensely private- Not a judgement of drinkers in any way. I’d be on your team if I could, I just can’t be.[/quote]

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