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What do you think of people who don't drink? Do you find them boring? As one of them I find it difficult in social situations but it doesn't make me feel to start to drink, just don't like the flavour but I can see the point why people find it strange.

GSM
over a year ago
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Ann1984

I don't drink and find alcohol the root of all evil. I don't go into pubs because my anxiety as not knowing what that drunk is going to do. The taste and smell 🤢🤢.

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blacklabrador

I don't drink a lot, I have the occasional bottle of Jamesons on the go, but that usually lasts me weeks with just a small measure in the evenings if I fancy it.

I do drink more on holiday and at Christmas though.

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Lynibis

I am with Ann1984 on this one. Don't like the taste or the effect. I do not like carbonated drinks either so that rules out nearly all mixers. I have always found it strange that two of the things that cause the most misery for mankind, alcohol and drugs, have been around almost as long as man.

I find it sad that people need these things as crutches in social occasions. I have the odd Baileys as a treat, either with ice or in coffee, but not for the effect, just to enjoy as a one off.

Try as I may I just cannot understand why people deliberately set out to get drunk, feeling sick and ill and out of control and writing off the following day in order to recover from a hangover.

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GSM

Lynibis completely agree with this, you would miss a wonderful sunny day if you are hangover but I respect people choices as long they respect mine.

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Lynibis

GSM I know what you are saying. I respect people's choices in most things but sadly there are many people I do not respect at all, especially habitual drunks, abusers, rapists, drug addicts etc

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BonzoBanana

I enjoy a good pub fight but can't get going until I've had 3 or 4 pints and a whiskey or two. I'd just be sitting in the corner minding my own business if I just had soft drinks and have a non-eventful boring evening. You definitely need alcohol to start an argument and get the fists and feet flying.

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Pjran

I have a friend who doesn’t drink alcohol and think it’s unfair if we’ve been out in a group for a meal and others order lots of wine and then split the bill!

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tumblespots

That is a great reason for everyone to pay for what they order including food as some people eat more than others and order extras/sides willy nilly. It also creates resentment. I am surprised that your friend lets them get away with it... 🐞

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neo1

I cant drink due to a mountain of medication i have to take but cant say i miss it

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seasider71

I like a drink occasionally but i often think of the saying "People like a drink, they don't like a drunk". I have no issues at all if anyone chooses not to drink alcohol. It seems to becoming more socially acceptable with a lot more options on the market being alcohol free.

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Glitterandgold

My OH is tea total. He hasn't touched alcohol is over 10 years. Doesnt effect his social life at all. I enjoy a few gins on a night out, I dont allow myself to get slathered tho, I know my limits & when to stop before things get messy.

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Imnotcheap

I'm having a few Guinness at home tonight with my partner after kids gone bed. We just gonna chill n watch a movie POTC 4. My 16 year old daughter doesn't like most drinks only water or chocolate Yahoo has said she won't drink (we have offered her small one with Christmas dinner)

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MrsCraig

I don't drink. I don't like the taste. Last drink I had was half a glass of prosecco at my friends wedding and that was only because she had bought it for me!

I don't mind people drinking, it's entirely their choice. I've never felt pressured into having a drink when I've been out with friends.

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lilyflower

I used to drink in late teens/early 20's when going out, give up when expecting first child (now 31) and haven't drank since. I don't feel the need, but some friends think I'm totally odd, mainly because they are big drinkers.

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ch7leach

I have not had an alcoholic drink for 20+years, over did it and we'll needed to stop. Don't miss it. I still go out and enjoy time with people that are drinking not that I particularly like the atmosphere in pubs and clubs but then I never have

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mrgoggll

I didn't even know there were people who didn't drink , I assumed they were a fable ? Image

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mso

🤣🤣🤣 this made me giggle! Truly this was exactly what I thought. I don’t drink mad and I never have hangover the next day but honestly after whole day with kids schooling, working from home and housework I deserve a glass of something to ease the pain 🤣🤣

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mrgoggll

mso I'm glad I can still make a young woman giggle , I thought those days were over .. Image

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tumblespots

mso I agree, there is nothing wrong with enjoying a cool glass of something at home in the evening, just a small one mind... 🐞 Image

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hspexy

Most of the people I know who don’t drink often don’t frequent in bars or pubs as it’s pointless. They might go for family meals earlier on in the day, but not for a drink up social

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sarahgreen15

I wouldnt say boring, I would say it’s personal choice.. but I do feel slightly uncomfortable in a big group setting when one person isn’t drinking - usually due to pregnancy.. because they will remember all the stupid stuff you say and do 🤣

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jigsawx3x

Don't bother me who drinks or who don't I'm not a drinker don't see point of hangovers and spending money to get one either

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HollyDolly22

me and my husband dont drink. we find it hard when people try to push alcohol on to us.

i personally hate the smell and taste, i also dont like how people tend to act on it.

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vickyannxo

I don’t drink, you don’t need drink to have fun🤪🤪🤪

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Chelsea0121

Very rare i deink and when i do i drink at home or at my partners house. Not the biggest fan of pubs as people take p*ss when they know you have had a few.

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Ceebers

I used to drink a lot more alcoholic drinks, but these days I am pretty much tee total. I have the odd one to be social, but it's a rare thing these days. I am usually poring the drinks for guests and making sure they are having a fun time. Xx

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