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When I tell people I don't drink, they sometimes ask why and I have trouble answering. At least, I have trouble answering truthfully; I typically just say something vague like "it's not for me", or "I just don't", and people rarely push it any further. They used to when I was younger, but not anymore.
The answer is kind of personal, and depending on the company I'm in, I can't really just come out an say why. Let's just say that there are some pretty hopeless alcoholics in my family, and telling people in certain circles, that's why I don't drink, would make the identity of the people I'm referring to very obvious.
I also don't want to come off as judgemental, and people have taken my explanation the wrong way in the past. I get the feeling that some people experience a bit of self-loathing over their more extreme drinking habits, and then project it onto other people.
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ProactiveMan!
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