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Posted on 10/1/15 at 5:11 pm to BabyTac
I don't see the big deal. If you quit, you quit. Say so and move on. If they won't, find new friends.
Posted on 10/1/15 at 5:13 pm to BabyTac
quote:
How do you tell friends you quit drinking?
...esp friends that you typically get together and drink with when visiting or doing stuff? Best way to say it without seeming irrational, judgemental, or weird?
Tell them you got a DUI and you need to slow your roll for a while

Posted on 10/1/15 at 5:14 pm to BabyTac
just a no.....
don't explain anything.
give me a mineral water or plain water
don't explain
if you feel the need to explain...tell them, if you wanted a drink, you'd accept one. I'm not gonna drink to socialize, I don't need it. then just change the subject
a close friend of mind would bug me, but not too bad, but bug me none the less.
it started out for me, to insure I'd keep my DL and never get a dui.
I never drink visiting anyone...EVER. not gonna do it. period. but I don't make a big deal about it, no announcement etc...just, gimme a ginger ale or something, water
good luck bro....
don't explain anything.
give me a mineral water or plain water
don't explain
if you feel the need to explain...tell them, if you wanted a drink, you'd accept one. I'm not gonna drink to socialize, I don't need it. then just change the subject
a close friend of mind would bug me, but not too bad, but bug me none the less.
it started out for me, to insure I'd keep my DL and never get a dui.
I never drink visiting anyone...EVER. not gonna do it. period. but I don't make a big deal about it, no announcement etc...just, gimme a ginger ale or something, water
good luck bro....
Posted on 10/1/15 at 5:15 pm to BabyTac
I think "taking a break" sounds less drastic or weird, also some mention of doing it for some physical fitness purpose sounds cool.
Posted on 10/1/15 at 5:26 pm to BabyTac
I would never lie to my friends


Posted on 10/1/15 at 5:27 pm to BabyTac
It's not like your gay and coming out of the closet
Posted on 10/1/15 at 5:28 pm to BabyTac
just be honest....tell them you are trying another path for awhile. 

Posted on 10/1/15 at 5:28 pm to BabyTac
quote:
...esp friends that you typically get together and drink with when visiting or doing stuff? Best way to say it without seeming irrational, judgemental, or weird?
Did/do you have an alcohol problem?
This post was edited on 10/1/15 at 5:29 pm
Posted on 10/1/15 at 5:32 pm to retired trucker
quote:
ust a no.....
don't explain anything.
give me a mineral water or plain water
don't explain
if you feel the need to explain...tell them, if you wanted a drink, you'd accept one. I'm not gonna drink to socialize, I don't need it. then just change the subject
a close friend of mind would bug me, but not too bad, but bug me none the less.
it started out for me, to insure I'd keep my DL and never get a dui.
I never drink visiting anyone...EVER. not gonna do it. period. but I don't make a big deal about it, no announcement etc...just, gimme a ginger ale or something, water
good luck bro....
From your post, I'd imagine you don't make a big deal about it..
Posted on 10/1/15 at 5:36 pm to BabyTac
Just tell them! Geez.... They'll call you a pussy for the first couple months then get over it. No biggy
I've got To be in Drinking mood. Dozens of times I've turned down a beer and I got shite for it. Doesn't bother me a bit. Usually the arse homes pressuring you are the ones who really have a problem.
I've got To be in Drinking mood. Dozens of times I've turned down a beer and I got shite for it. Doesn't bother me a bit. Usually the arse homes pressuring you are the ones who really have a problem.
This post was edited on 10/1/15 at 5:39 pm
Posted on 10/1/15 at 5:38 pm to JJBTiger2012
I usually just pass out and they get the picture.
Posted on 10/1/15 at 5:38 pm to USMCTiger03
quote:
I think "taking a break" sounds less drastic or weird, also some mention of doing it for some physical fitness purpose sounds cool.
Not really, and it's not a message the OP needs to hear himself saying. Just be honest for your own sake. Real friends will have no problems with this.
Posted on 10/1/15 at 5:39 pm to BabyTac
quote:
How do you tell friends you quit drinking?
I don't think it's that big of a deal to come out of the closet. It's 2015. Being a homo doesn't have the same stigma.
Posted on 10/1/15 at 5:42 pm to BabyTac
Just don't drink. Are they only hanging out with you because you drink? There are plenty of nights I go out with friends and just drink water or coke or something. No one cares.
Posted on 10/1/15 at 5:50 pm to BabyTac
Friend says" you wanna a natty?"
You say" nah, I quit .. Then "wet willie"..
You say" nah, I quit .. Then "wet willie"..
Posted on 10/1/15 at 5:53 pm to BabyTac
Tell them your are now the permanent designated driver, so they don't have to worry about that anymore.
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