Going teetotal

[mini-x2]

Has anyone on here done it? I do love a drink, I used to be a bit of a party animal but it all takes its toll dunnit?
I think at some point I'm gonna knock it on the head.

 

[PeteFTM]

Yep, one of the best things I’ve done. Healthier, wealthier and less embarrassing/regretful incidences.

 

[Ned Land]

Has anyone on here done it? I do love a drink, I used to be a bit of a party animal but it all takes its toll dunnit?
I think at some point I'm gonna knock it on the head.

OUT: hangovers

Giving up the booze/drugs

Have we every had a thread on here for those trying to give it up to provide support to each other? I'm finally taken the decision to kick it, aged 39. Final straw is some health stuff that could 1) be cause by drinking too much and 2) could potentially result in long-term liver damage and...

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[MackemBob]

Haven’t but could easily do it tbh.

 

[Gonzo Mackem]

Save it for when you're old

 

[Ned Land]

Save it for when you're old

If you enjoy a drink and know when to stop, then it’s a great sociable pastime.

 

[Gonzo Mackem]

If you enjoy a drink and know when to stop, then it’s a great sociable pastime.

Exactly. Life's too short, and often harsh, to give up the simple pleasures.

 

[hank williams]

@rubberface

 

[mini-x2]

If you enjoy a drink and know when to stop, then it’s a great sociable pastime.

I do love a drink and I love socialising (obviously the nightclubs and raving are a distant memory these days) but I know it's no good for me and I do drink more than I should. I do actually like the taste of beer so I could easily swerve over to the non alcoholic stuff I reckon.

 

[Ned Land]

Exactly. Life's too short, and often harsh, to give up the simple pleasures.

And some sadomasochists abstain during the most miserable month of the year.

I do love a drink and I love socialising (obviously the nightclubs and raving are a distant memory these days) but I know it's no good for me and I do drink more than I should. I do actually like the taste of beer so I could easily swerve over to the non alcoholic stuff I reckon.

There’s some good discussions on the health sub forums and a lot of support/advice.

Good luck if you feel that you could/should reduce your intake.

 

[Gonzo Mackem]

And some sadomasochists abstain during the most miserable month of the year.

There’s some good discussions on the health sub forums and a lot of support/advice.

Good luck if you feel that you could/should reduce your intake.

I did that once. Never again!

 

[Hyltonian]

I gave up on it 5 years ago and the lack of hangovers and generally feeling shite has been great. Mind last November was on holiday and had a few cervezas, which was nice, but realised I hadn’t missed it.

 

[dangermows]

Just drink less if you think you are over doing it. If you keep things well within limits it seems a bit silly to deny yourself. Never put enough away for hangovers to happen anymore so never have that next day feeling goosed etc.

 

[Barry Quizshow]

Aye for number of years now due to my health.

Pros are the obvious money saved, health/weight benefits and no hangovers.

Cons I haven't really had any myself aside but I suppose it depends on your current social life, habits, etc. It suits me as I said due to my circumstances but as @dangermows has since posted maybe cut back rather than go teetotal if it isn't causing you problems?

 

[hank williams]

Means more booze for me another one bites the dust

 

[psr]

Everything in moderation takes willpower.

 

[dangermows]

Exactly. Life's too short, and often harsh, to give up the simple pleasures.

This.

 

[Amber]

Barely drink now and feel much better for it. If I go out I’m lucky to manage 3 drinks and I’ve had enough.

 

[dangermows]

Everything in moderation takes willpower.

As I get older it gets much easier.

 

[turnthetide3]

If drinking is a pleasure, then stopping it becomes a pain, which your mind won't thank you for. It takes a month or so to condition a new regime. Its why many diets fail.