A dry wedding is a wedding without any alcohol served, which generally refers to alcohol at the reception or may also include an entirely booze-free wedding. This can be a challenge for couples and guests who have religious or financial objections to serving alcohol at wedding receptions. To state that no alcohol will be provided at the wedding, it is important to be polite and respectful of the couple’s decision.
To make it easier for guests to understand the request, it is recommended to clearly state the request on the wedding invitation and specify the type of alcohol. This will help guests know what they expect and allow them to decline to attend. Additionally, it is important to identify triggers that may lead to alcohol consumption and plan how to manage them beforehand.
A dry wedding is not about the amount of alcohol consumed, but rather about the pact between the couple and their partner. For example, if the couple has made a commitment to sobriety or find it beneficial to forego booze, they can write something like “Limited bar available” or “You bring the party; we’ll bring the wine and beer.”
In conclusion, a dry wedding is a celebration without alcohol, and guests should be respectful of the couple’s decision. To ensure a successful dry wedding, it is essential to communicate the request clearly, specify the type of alcohol, and provide options for guests to choose their own alcohol.
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What is an informal way to say alcohol?
This list shows some words for alcohol. Booze, Firewater, Hooch, Sauce, Spirit, Juice, Poison, Liquid courage, Giggle juice, Giggle water, Moonshine, Tipple, Nightcap (a drink before bed), Shooter (a shot). Rotgut (poor quality liquor); Brewski (beer); Suds (beer); Cold one (beer); Half-rack (12-pack of beer); Sixer (6-pack of beer); Bubbly (champagne); Champers (champagne); Mixed Drinks. Mixed drinks have one or more types of alcohol and some extra ingredients for flavor or color, like juice or soda. Slang terms for mixed drinks include:
Adult beverage; drink; eye-opener; cocktail; sling (cocktail without bitters); highball (a mixed drink in a tall glass); one and one (one liquor, one mixer, e.g., rum and cola); adult punch; jungle juice; hunch punch.
Is it rude to not drink at a wedding?
It’s not rude not to drink. It’s rude to make someone drink. A little preparation can help at an occasion like this. Tell the server or bartender you don’t want to drink and ask for a non-alcoholic drink.
How to have a non-alcoholic wedding?
What can we serve if we don’t serve alcohol? Instead of alcohol, most people hosting a dry wedding will serve non-alcoholic drinks like soda, juice, iced tea, and water. Flavored seltzers, lemonades, and fruit-infused water are refreshing for spring and summer weddings. Sparkling cider is similar to champagne and will remind everyone of it during toasts. You can also look to mocktails, especially because most cocktails can be made without alcohol. Don’t forget about apple cider, coffee, tea, and hot chocolate or cocoa during the fall and winter. A self-service coffee bar is a good idea. There are many non-alcoholic drinks to choose from.
Is a dry wedding rude?
Wedding alcohol rules are up to the couple, experts say. One expert said dry weddings are fine. Let guests know in advance. Jacqueline Whitmore, an etiquette expert based in Florida, told Fox News Digital, “It is not mandatory to serve alcohol at a wedding reception.” The couple may choose a “dry wedding” for various reasons. Don’t explain why you’re having a dry wedding. If the couple isn’t serving alcohol, they could offer something fun like a themed, non-alcoholic cocktail. A mocktail bar or milkshake bar are other good ideas.
How do you say alcohol free?
Not drinking alcohol.
Is it rude to say no to alcohol?
It’s okay not to drink alcohol. You don’t have to do it if you don’t want to. If you don’t want to drink, say so. Don’t make up excuses. If they ask again, say no.
Is it okay to have a dry wedding?
A dry wedding is a wedding without alcohol. A dry wedding is a wedding without alcohol. The couple may choose not to serve alcohol for various reasons. You can decide whether to serve alcohol at your wedding. If you’re paying for the wedding or have help from a family member, you get to decide how your wedding budget is spent! If you don’t want alcohol at your wedding, just don’t serve it. If your friends or family don’t drink, you may want to tell your guests before the wedding. A note on your wedding website is enough. There’s no need to explain further. You should have a bar at the reception for your dry wedding, even if it’s just for soft drinks. People will be thirsty on the dance floor! Sodas, juices, iced teas, and waters with fruit will keep everyone hydrated.
How do you say no alcohol at a party?
10 Ways to Say No to Alcohol at a Party: Change the Subject. … Cover your glass. Ask for a soda or juice. Tell them you’re not drinking today. … Tell them you’re on medication. … You’re driving! … Bring a sober friend. Just say no. It can be hard to refuse drinks when you’re at a party or bar if you’re trying to give up drinking. People may pour wine or offer cocktails.
Weddings, funerals, and birthdays can trigger alcoholics. Family members may pressure you to drink with them and ask questions when you refuse. If everyone is drinking, you might want to drink too. Experiencing this kind of situation in early sobriety can be hard. Many people drank to socialize, calm their nerves, and make family and friends happier. But drinking didn’t always help.
How to politely say no alcohol at a wedding?
Add more info to your wedding website. You can answer this question in an FAQ. Keep it simple: We’re excited to see you! No alcohol during the reception.
Dry wedding etiquette. You may not know why a couple isn’t serving alcohol at their wedding.
They may be trying to be more mindful about drinking, or it may be more serious.
How do you say it will be a dry wedding?
If you don’t want to be vague, you can say we’re having a dry wedding, which means no alcohol. Thank you for celebrating with us. The hardest part of a dry wedding is dealing with unhappy guests. If guests ask why you’re not having alcohol, don’t explain. They probably haven’t asked why you chose hydrangeas instead of roses, so don’t explain your alcohol choices. If guests ask about bringing their own alcohol, let them know your policy. If you want BYOB, say so on the invitation or RSVP card. If not, tell them you want everyone to be present on your special day. If they come inebriated, they’ll be asked to leave.
How do you say no alcohol allowed?
Have excuses ready. You don’t have to explain why you’re not drinking. … Choose a non-alcoholic drink. Act like you’re drinking. … Ask the bartender. … Be honest. Offer to drive. … Own it. Switch the subject. Alcohol is a big part of social life. From college parties to weddings and get-togethers with friends, alcohol is often involved.
Maybe you’re in recovery or just taking a break. You’re planning to stay alcohol-free tonight. Turning down alcohol can feel awkward, especially with people who’ve seen you drink before.
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Annie, your advice is always so comforting to me. In regards to your viewer question, I just attended a retirement party this past weekend. Host bar. Craft beer on tap and a local winery owner was one of the guests and he donated several bottles of wine for the occasion. I knew about this event for a couple of months. I heard about the ‘free alcohol’. I drink wine and beer when I want to. And thanks to your wisdom, it has become a rare occasion that I drink at all. Surprisingly, I wasn’t anxious about the evening. Yes, I thought about drinking and of course the expensive wine and craft beer. As the evening went on, I still had no desire. I felt free. I felt like I had freedom. I didn’t need a ride, I didn’t need anyone to hold my hair back, I didn’t have to be self conscious. I didn’t look into the mirror in the restroom and see my drying skin and bloodshot eyes staring back at me. I enjoyed talking with sober and non-sober people. Everyone was enjoying themselves. The best part of the night was when I was the safe and sober person who drove five intoxicated adults home who had planned to call for a ride service. I am 46 years old and I can say I have never had a buzz that has felt as good as keeping people safe.
I’m almost 3 years sober. I quit on my own terms but it took me a long time of trying…I never quit quitting and I’ve never looked back. I don’t think about drinking ever because i knew there was no positive in drinking. I just knew it owned me and I hated that!!! I’m an ex smoker too. Bloody proud of myself!!!
I started drinking alcohol since my teenage. Spent my whole life fighting alcohol addiction. Also suffered severe depression and mental disorder. Not until my mom recommended me to psilocybin mushrooms treatment. Psilocybin treatment saved my life honestly. 8 years totally clean. Never thought I would be saying this about mushrooms.
Been sober since 2016. Alcohol is all about drama, but sobriety is subtle. Letting go of the drama is almost as hard as letting go of the habit. You are giving up a bonfire for a tranquil stream in the forest. Don’t expect some epic experience with sobriety; it is a quiet thing, and you may miss the flaming excess, but one day you will wake up and think, “Wow, this feels good! This feels peaceful.” Don’t wait to hit the Bottom (anther DUI, a fatal car accident, job loss, running over a pedestrian, divorce, spouse abuse, etc).My own hitting bottom was not so much tragic as briefly humiliating but I got the message and said “That’s it”. Bonus benefits: your wallet gets fatter and your body gets thinner!
10 years sober here. I’m going to be completely honest, tonight is the first time in a long time that I’ve even thought about having a drink but I am so glad that I watched this article. It really helped pull me out of potentially ruining my sobriety. Why drink? Just because I’m feeling a little boredom or loneliness? It’s not fuckin worth it because the booze will only end up amplifying those feelings anyway. Thanks for the article.
Wasn’t an alcoholic, but whenever I drunk I couldn’t control myself. Then I would hate my self the next day . The aftermath was hell, terrible migraines,loss of taste and generally feeling sick for days. I was continuously poisoning myself . Last I drunk i got sick for close to a week. I knew it was time to end the self torture. Best decision i ever made
Lost my relationship yesterday due to terrible anger and insecurity issues using alcohol. I’m 57 yrs old and don’t have any friends, prospects, and now love. Sounds pathetic as I write it. The future seems pretty bleak (what future) and I don’t have any hope. Glad I found this article. Please pray for me. I need peace.
17 months without alcohol and I am feeling great. I made savings, I bought a bicycle, I workout and I eat healthy. And those things came naturally without forcing them. They just happened If you have a drinking problem I’m begging you to ask for help. Its very difficult to quit on your own. I wa drinking everyday for 20 years and now I am 42. If I made it you can do it too. Trust me.
Felt those words to the bone. Now when Im almost more then a year sober with not a drop of alcohol, thinking back I fucking hate myself for what I was before that. I cant take back anything what I did or said to people I love, friends and family, just have to live with it. But in the end I guess it doesnt hurt to hit the rock bottom to receive the wake-up call.
I stopped drinking September 2022. I have Gilbert’s Syndrome and drinking doesn’t go well with it, especially the hangovers that induce brain fog and anxiety. Whilst in a severe 3 day hangover I said to myself, enough is enough. I read and watched a lot and knew I was done. I couldn’t believe the results. Life has changed dramatically in every aspect, my job, my hobbies, my relationships, my romantic relationship, my pursuits, my fitness levels, all of these have improved. I feel like my life has only just started and I’m so excited about the future and what it holds as it’s very bright. A life without alcohol is so worth living. If you’re wanting to rid this out of your life, you’ll never look back. I will never look back either.
I started my sobtiety yesterday. Im on day 2. It will be a challenege and a half however I know that there are so many other things in the world that can make me happy with my time and other options to drink than drink alcohol, that, I will combat this moderate addiction i’ve had for 14 years and will come out on top. See ya later ETHANOL. 👋👋🙂
I was an alcoholic for a dozen years….I started drinking when I was too young to say…I was a full out alcoholic by the time I was 13 and it wasn’t until I was ministered to in person by Yeshua that I had the motivation to quit drinking…in 2016 I chose the Holy Spirit in my body over alcohol…and in 2022 I did not take a single sip of alcohol….I hope to never drink alcohol again…with God all things are possible…
I’ve drank heavily for my entire adult life. My father was also a big drinker and he passed away at a young age. I made the decision to quit for good two months ago. I have too much to live for, and too much I’ve already wasted. I’m fully aware how much work needs to be done. It’s overwhelming. All you can do is take it a day at a time. I don’t judge or compare myself to anyone else. Everyone is on their own journey. I wish everyone who chooses to quit health and happiness.
I was a binge drinker once a weekend sometimes twice, glad I quite. 46 now and been drinking on and off for 26 years. Nearly 6 months sober. Best decision I’ve made. It’s not easy and yes I do still think about drinking but I remind myself how shit I will feel next day and the disappointment I will feel the next day after I drink.
I quit alcohol 4 months ago after a single LSD trip. It completely severed any emotional attachment I had to alcohol, I honestly just see it as any other liquid, like orange juice or milk now. Now it doesn’t have all that social baggage that I used to subconsciously associate with it. Seeing a beer for the first time after the trip and saying to myself “I don’t need or want this” and not feeling a twinge of resistance was incredible.
I am 36 and started drinking regularly at probably 14. I started 75 hard and I haven’t drank for almost two months and I haven’t felt this good since I was in high school when I would quit for the most part during sports. I just can’t believe how clear my mind is. My anxiety has decreased immensely. No wonder they push this crap on the general population the way they do because it keeps you almost in a vegetative state of mind
Great article, many thanks! I drank heavily almost on daily basis for 18 years, damaged my career and many relationships, never caring about my life and my health, while living in constant fog. It finally ended exactly 1 year ago with breast cancer diagnosis, not a surprise with this lifestyle. Now 1 year sober for life and thankful to how everything turned out to show me what happens if one carries on how I did. Turned my life around, now health fanatic, exercise 5 days per week and lost 30 kilo. I love being in control of my life and enjoy every minute taking care of my life and my health. Alcohol is the worst legal drug, which can ruin everything, and the only drug we always have to explain not using.
Day 100 – \r \r •\tSlight nervousness gone.\r •\tFinger/hand dexterity – significant improvement\r •\tReflexes mush faster\r •\tPerforming math calculations in my head – very fast\r •\tImproved verbal articulation\r •\tMuch higher energy levels\r •\tGreater awareness of my surroundings – cars, people, sounds, movements\r •\tMuch sharper memory both near and long term\r •\tImproved pattern recognition in games, puzzles, and paintings\r •\tSlightly better eyesight\r •\tNo aches and pains when I wake up – eliminated OTC pain meds\r •\tClearer sinuses\r •\tBetter sleep\r •\t14 pounds lighter and 2 inches off my waist\r •\tReduced hand inflammation\r \r Never going back!
Thank you for this, I wanted to watch the article as I am 5 days on being sober for 1 year. I didnt watch this because I have been thinking of drinking but because these kind of articles remind me of who I was and who I dont want to be anymore. I watch these type of articles every so often, this is what helps keep it fresh in my mind. I did check myself into a 3 month outpatient program, it was absoluty the best decesion I could have made. They teach so much about how alchol not only affects you but also the people around you. I wish everyone struggling with alcholism the best and to never give up, even if you keep relapsing.
38 days sober! I’m using the Sinclair method. Blackouts, hurting my family. One of my son’s has cirrosis of the liver because he followed my drinking. I’m responsible for the fact that my son will die early because of my alcoholism. I own this fact. His best friend died from cirrhosis as well. It’s the devil’s drug. God says thou shalt not worship false idols. I made alcohol my idol, my god. It almost took my life many times. Thank you to all my sister’s and brothers in recovery, keep up the good fight!
I’m 28 years sober and I needed inpatient treatment to succeed. The two times in 1995 that I tried quitting on my own resulted in grand mal seizures. I thank God I didn’t harm anyone when they happened (not driving or operating machinery). I knew how horrible the disease had gripped me, having to drink in the AM to settle the shakes, and throughout the day to maintain a semblance of normalcy. So if one’s an alcoholic I suggest seeking qualified treatment. You may save other lives in addition to your own.
I’ve been sober for 10 months. Before that, I wasn’t drinking, I was drowning myself in alcohol. I got the help I needed, I went to recovery, but the most important thing is that I made the decision to embrace all the help and the opportunity that was presented to me and to say:”No more!” Once I realized I actually didn’t want to drink anymore, and perhaps even more importantly, why I didn’t want to continue, it became easier. The first step is the most difficult one and that is the realization that you need help and that you want help. My life’s been better and better with each day and I will continue to support everyone who’s fighting this vicious enemy.
True. I drink every day. Alcohol is poison. I leave work and take a drink in the car. That leads to another drink and yet another. Next thing I know I am 3 hours late for dinner and my daughters are calling me and I’m making excuses why I’m not home. This goes on for years and your girls cry and tell you they can’t ask you for advice because you’re drunk.
I quit alcohol and tobacco all together. Don’t miss either I sleep much better have clear train of thought. Picked up running as a hobby to fill in the endless hours spent drinking and smoking. So far I’ve built my mileage up to 16 miles. Love it. Not looking back because I’m not going that way. New lease on life at 37 years old father of 3
Almost 30 days now without a drink cold turkey. I’m surprised they didn’t mention alcohol poisoning, when that happened for the second time I just said fuck it I’m done an pulled the plug. I miss the taste of whiskey but it isn’t worth vomiting blood and going through every stage of withdrawal. Also if you’re a gym nut, alcohol is basically kryptonite to your muscles.
This is so good I this type of explanation is spot on It can be hard to explain but this is great lesson thanks to you I am almost 6 years sober and keep realizing how better my thinking is on every level. If you are out there struggling get some help as they say can’t do it alone that was me so do it and that fear was lessen as you move forward. You can do it ! Thanks
I’ve found having goals to work towards has helped me immensely, or having something that’s more important to you than the drinking. The hard part (again, for me) was finding the thing I wanted to work towards / was more important to me than the booze. All the best to anyone who’s struggling & those who are taking it one day at a time 💙
I’ve been “pretty good” at being sober. I’ve had a couple setbacks. I decided to go sober for a year on Apr 15 2023, but 1st cheat Jun 10, then 2nd cheat Jul 1. I’m 100% ok w no social drinking – I’ve told everybody what I’m doing – and that’s sort of an enforcer for me. But if I’m home along, that’s when sometimes, not always, I feel like “self-medicating” – I guess that’s the term. Looking for good alternatives in those moments.
Love this! Great article thank you,very informative and inspirational. I quit drinking 2 years ago and never looking back. I never thought id be writing this comment couple years ago but if your thinking about it just go one year and take it from there. Youll never want to go back.. It will be one of the best descisions, if not the most important one in your life like mine. One day at a time God bless ❤️🙏
I’ve been sober 40 days. I became suicidal for the umpteenth time with alcohol. I managed to get to sleep. I woke up the next morning changed. Alcohol had been removed from my consciousness, it was leading to death. AA didn’t do it. People didn’t help. It happens on a higher level. I believe in human consciousness and it’s levels, once you show an interest in this, given time, although I don’t know that linear time and consciousness are related, they might not be. The change took place in my sleep. Was it my sleep state? I’ll never know. Rock bottom, depression, damaged liver didn’t make me stop. Once you are at the lowest of the low, we rise consciously, subconsciously, consciousness or die. Alcohol is a poison.
My ex drank a lot. Made him violent towards me when drunk (even when not drunk to be honest, just worse) He didn’t stop even though he knew how he would act but he would say it was my fault if he assaulted me. Thankfully he’s someone else’s problem now. Him and his drinking is not missed by me and my kids.
First time posting about my reality. I’m a social drinker, who has a good family, amazing fiance and great career but somehow I keep falling short of my potential year in, year out. I am the life of the party and love to be the last one standing. I started the 75 hard challenge on January 2nd which includes no drinking for 75 days straight. Happy to report 45 days sober and I feel amazing. I don’t feel like I will drink again or that I need to drink again after the challenge is over on March 15. I’m afraid to lose even a beat of momentum I have going, just because of a special occasion drink, work event, social get together with a friend etc … I also don’t want to make a big deal of it if I choose to stop drinking as I will not condone anyone who does. I want to change my family tree and show up BIG and hit all my goals. Everyone always tells me just control it and have ONE what’s the big deal. Any advice from this beautiful community would be deeply appreciated. God bless! I’m
I started drinking at 15 I would steal beer out of my dads ice chest I am 39 now I only quit one time for 6 months I felt great had more money but I got comfortable we were grilling one day and I told my wife hey let’s get a six pack and split it I’m sure I will be ok I’ll just drank every once in awhile I believed I could handle it but boy was I wrong I started back drinking even more than I did before it went on for about 3 years and I got deeper and deeper till I was blacking out. I would get so crazy and mean treat people so bad everyone would stay away if they knew I was drinking which was everyday I woke up one morning had a bad hangover did not know I did some mean things said things that really hurt my wife very violent she said if you put another drop of that poison in you I’m gone and taking our babies with me so here I am 2 months clean number 1 I feel so much better 2 I sleep so much better 3 my mind is clear 4 my blood pressure was 180 over 137 most days stroke level now it’s 120 over 75 and everyone is happy and wants to be around me know one liked the drunk Joey plus I been saving money 🤑 Im glad things happen for a reason I’m free of that 🐒 on my back if I only had the money I spent on that poison know telling what I would have hey but you can’t cry over spilled milk
8 yrs sobriety and it’s still not what I expected having family again that’s been amazing I’m isolated being scared and I’m speaking from being a violent drunk 18 yrs total just Today nobody Still forgiving I don’t have cravings for anything Treatment is everything Having emotions today love you didn’t have before Not able express or share it with others I tend myself just trying live Still Sober just empty.
I’m 37 years without alcohol. I stopped repeating the crazy I’m an alcoholic mantra. Started saying I was. Stopped going to meetings forced on me. I made up my mind to quit. Never had a so-called relapse. I was a sloppy fall down fighting drunk. Lost the desire for it after a year. It wouldn’t have been so difficult for me if I would have stopped listening to so many recovering people. I wasn’t sick. I was a drunk.
Drinking wine is currently my daily routine and I know it is a wrong habit and everyday I say to myself not to drink. But after I work, I start to think drinking again. I really wanna quit it. 😫 I eat less and drink a lot. I lost a lot weight and if I don’t drink, next day I don’t feel sad . I will stop drinking. I promise it myself and I am fighting with myself. I never drink like this in my life. When my mom passed away, i began to drink…
I stopped not because it wasn’t good for my health or finances or because hangovers. I wanted to quit smoking and every time I had a beer I caved in and grab cigarettes. Managed to quit smoking and originally I thought I’ll have a drink in the future but it doesn’t appeal to me no more. Don’t miss it and now I can see benefits of being sober. Changed few people around me who thought I’m being weird, don’t miss them either. Life’s good
Don’t drink. Nothing else works unless you are not an alcoholic. I’m not one because I can take it or leave it. It holds no “romance” for me. I have about three drinks a year. Two of my best friends are alcoholics. Neither has been willing to get into recovery, which is the only way I’ve ever seen alcoholics who fully stopped drinking. Recovery is about SHARING with others who get your struggle. That reduces the loneliness of addiction. Just go and claim your seat at a meeting. At first, you will hate it. Then, if you keep going, you’ll be grateful for being and staying sober.
I’m 19 been drinking for about 4 yrs, seem my family cry, lost jobs, ruined relationships, etc. I got sober for a month a while back and felt so good, went to the bar a few months back now I’m stuck in this horrible cycle. I want to change, i need help. I’ve tried aa and it wasn’t for me, gonna ween off and use my discipline and will power.
I’ve enjoyed my wine on the weekends, but it could add up. I could drink three bottles easily and always excused the amount. Thankfully, I recently spent some holiday time with relatives who drink much more than me. Their behaviour “sobered” me up to seeing my wine consumption was also getting out of hand. I quit drinking any wine or alcohol of any kind when I got home and feel better about myself and have even been able to drop a few pounds. I’m a 72 year old woman….I don’t want to be a problem drinker when I go to “the home”!
I drink a lot but I don’t do anything crazy. I drink at home mostly and get chores done while I drink. I can multitask like crazy when I drink. But I still rely on it as a social lubricant. That’s what I do t like. Anytime I’m in a group I drink. I think I’m going to take a break and see how it goes.
Think about this statement: Under the influence. I think under is an accurate term for what happens over time. And we fail to be aware the power and influence it has on us. It happens over time and we never become aware of what we are missing and what alcohol takes from us. We are walking in our sleep. Stop and you will see that you can wake up.
2:00 Disagree. Most people who enjoy a drink socially or at home with food etc. are in control. Those who have a problem with it are those who cannot handle it. There is a difference between alcohol dependency and having the odd drink. Anything can be a problem if it is binged or abused. You drink too much water, you die of water poisoning.
Mid 54 yo male. I drink about 4 whiskey shots one Friday night a month. To combat the horrible hangover I would get, I follow that with about 4 glasses a water, two slices of cheese pizza and two Advils at 3am. The next day I feel foggy and have the shits. I only drink because I want to be at the bar and get some social and sometimes that can be very rewarding ;). I would otherwise never drink as I can tell it’s a poison and the feeling is very short lived. I’ve tried to just drink water at the bar and that’s a very different experience especially since bar tenders avoid me when they see what I’m doing. Drinking feels generally weak and stupid.
I have been drinking wine daily for more than fifty years I am now seventy. I smoked cigarettes for thirty years but quit because it became too expensive! In my younger years I also experimented with LSD mescaline opium and heroin. All of these things have made me a better person. I think that all things are good as long as you respect that these things are gifts from God and give thanks before using them! I understand that people have problems with these things but the problem is with the person and not the substances. Apart from my use or from other peoples perspectives abuse I also have in my life many years of anal bleeding, a chronic back condition,one eye with fifty percent vision loss and my right big toe constantly swollen and infected. But for all that I know that God through Jesus is looking after me and I can deal with my problems. I am not a victim and I am not a bad guy. The reason I am telling you this is because life is not simple and there are no experts. Be it scientist,doctors legal people, or preachers, There is God though and if you talk to him, he will see that your day is right. If you love God nothing can harm you!
10 years on the 2nd of January 2024. Being an Australian male drinking is our culture, my kids asked me why I stopped & the short answer is monkey see monkey do. Now my drinking $$ goes on nice mountain bikes and family holidays. Was it hard to stop?yes & braking the routine of drinking. WARNING your so-called friends want you to fail so they don’t have to confront their own problems.
Get your bravery from a six pack Get your bravery from a half-pint Drink your whiskey, drink your grain Bottoms up, and you don’t feel pain Go out and fight, fight Bottled Violence Lose control of your body Beat the shit out of somebody Half-shut eyes don’t see who you hit You don’t take any shit Go out and fight, fight Bottled Violence Minor Threat
In rehab you can see that the drinkers are the most devastated of all substance users. Heroin addicts are in the gym and appear reasonably healthy compared to drinkers. Glad to be off both substances. Ironically I could allso say that heroin has saved my organs because the last years I smoked heroin when I was in the drinking state of drinking 24 7 unable to quit and not eating. Whith heroin I could stop drinking and eat and recover a bit. When a substance is so devastating to your organs that heroin Is a healthy alternative, that is food for thought. Now I am running and biking in the countryside which is a healthier way to feel better, and triggers the exact same receptors in my brain. I rejoined my running club again after 12 years, because running is healthy, but only in moderation, and the club healps me to moderate my level of exercise.
I’ve managed to keep my alcohol consumption to 6 to 9 Oz exactly every day at home.. If I go out.. My max is 3 long Island iced teas.. I’ve been drinking for over 20 years daily.. No dui cases… I’ve stopped for a whole year straight without withdrawal… So I’ve never drank way too much on a regular basis.. I’m going to start tonight to not drink anymore
Not able to drink because of a kindey disfunction, 1 year sober. Noticed no difference ever since. In fact, I think it would be better if I could drink. Alcohol allows you to switch off much better on the weekend, relax and park stress thoughts for a while. Just stay warned and just keep your balance. My father always said: too much of anything is never good.
It sounds bad but without alcohol and the parties etc that come with it I wouldn’t know as many amazing people as I do now. All in moderation, its great there’s people on this that have recovered from addiction or have decided alcohol isn’t for them but I enjoy drinking and would probably have a session once a week or once every couple of weeks. Pisses me off when people stop drinking and gain some sort of superiority complex from it
Never did hard drugs tried cheap coke once didn’t like it I grew up around people who smoked narcotics around me it ruined middleschool and highschool I only drank after my abusive adopted dad died because I wasn’t able to get Marijuana anywhere and the doctors took 28 years to get my ptsd depression medications correctly prescribed I never liked alcohol but it was the only thing available without committing a felony
Alcohol is one of the primary tools the enemy uses especially on men to keep them from their true purpose on this earth. It is not an accident that you were born. God is the creator of all, and has an amazing plan for your life. The adversary will do anything to keep you distracted, numb, angry, and depressed. He understands full well that alcohol is a great tool in his arsenal. You could squander your whole life with alcohol. It’s time to rise up from the ashes, seek God, and finally have the true adventure that your life is supposed to be. No more procrastinating. Today is the day. Best wishes, gentlemen.
In a book from 1969 called How to Make the Finest Wines at Home, author George Leonard Herter says about half of cheap alcohols, whether wine, brandy, or whatever else is made from the “cracking” of crude oil. That’s the guv bonded stuff… I make mine from organic sugar, organic fruits and honey, and spring water I get from a spring myself. If I can do it, why can’t the corporations?
My thoughts about being sober is just be sober. You dont need to sober up and constantly tell people or post online how many days you are. People get annoyed and your feeding an ego and seeking validation and likes for dopamine similar to a drug. Ya we get it its a good thing . But cell phone and social media addictin is real and its not “sober” if your doing that lol Like people contantly posting pics of food or selfies for likes . Same damn thing. Im sober and i dont tell a soul its no ones business to know how many days like its a competition or like i need their approval . Same thing as peoplr who have to constantly blab about fasting . We live in this sick social media attention era 🤮
Quit drinking. Unless you have no reason to. I am 40 and drank every day and still alive with no issues while people I know died a decade ago from drugs. My dad drank and smoke for almost 60 years and was in the military and is still alive. I drink and love it, people who stopped drinking love it, depends on the person, we are all going to die at some point so nothing really matters. I am drunk now and commenting while sober people have died, others have died in shootings or from cancer, there is no measure or guarantee so do what you want.
I’m ready to quit today I’ve been binging on 10 sometime 12 16 oz sluggers almost everyday since december of ’22 my habit has gotten out of control I’m dinking B4 work after work I quit a really good job because it was getting in the way of my ability to get wasted as much as i want i blew threw thousands of dollars in that rime because I just notice myself not being able to make cognitive decisions I never sleep more than 4 hrs at a time my skin is riddled with hs scars and lesions im fat crazy hbp and digestive issues my hygiene has slipped past acceptable I’m a 36 yr old booze head and pot head hell I’m drinking a couple sluggers as I type this…but I’m gonna make a change today…. Not ready to die yet
The problem is all the programs that do work and it takes a good year not a couple of months, are too expensive. Health insurance’s don’t really help, but the government pays for incarcerations, juvenile detention pays their health insurance, food, utilities, schooling, laundry to keep people in jobs. So meantime people who do want help and are hurting are dying, where is the justice in this. That lady was wrong 97% of people who go to a year long christian program go on to be Pastors, Counselors. Police Officers, start their own companies. These Rehabs do work plus they have fun, strength their relationships with God families are reunited. So many powerful testimonies. There needs to be some kind of funding to assist these programs that do work.
“…Sirs, what must I do to be saved? And they said, Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house. “-Acts 16:30-31 KJV “Repent ye: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” -Matthew 3:2 KJV “For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God” -Romans 3:23 “He that hath the Son hath life; and he that hath not the Son of God hath not life.” – 1 John 5:12 KJV “And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment: So Christ was once offered to bear the sins of many; and unto them that look for him shall he appear the second time without sin unto salvation.” -Hebrews 9:27-28 KJV “He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.” -1 John 4:8 KJV “Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away.” -Matthew 24:35 KJV
The Five Necessities islam preserves. Religion. This is the main re Qur’an states, “We sent a messenger among every people saying: ‘Worship Allah and keep clear of all false gods.’ Life Allah ﷻ commands us to preserve human life even if this involves the commission of a sin, especially if one is driven by necessity to do so, as the Qur’an states, “But whoever is forced (by necessity”, neither desiring (it) nor transgressing (its limit), there is no sin upon him. Indeed, Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.” (Soorat Al-Baqarah, 2:173) The Mind Islam prohibits anything that is bound to have a negative effect on the mind and impair discernment. It is for this reason that Allah ﷻ has forbidden all types of intoxicants alcohol and drugs, which He describes as an abomination of Satan’s handiwork: “O you who believe, intoxicants, gambling, stone altars and divining arrows are abominations devised by Satan. Avoid them so that you may be successful.” (Quran Al-Maa’idah, 5:90) Progeny Islam highlight the importance of preserving progeny and starting a family in which the new generation acquire good manners and learn lofty principles. This is clear in a number of rulings which include the following:It prohibits all sinful, illicit relationships and has blocks all the ways leading to them: “Do not go near to fornication. It is an indecent act and an evil way.” (Quran Al-Israa’, 17:32. Property. Islam urges its followers to protect their property and preserve their wealth and commands them to earn a living, making all commercial transactions lawful.
An alcohol action group once stated -there is no such thing as responsible drinking the only reason a person drinks is to become irresponsible in my mind this is an anti alcohol statement from an anti alcohol group and this article is also anti alcohol and seeks to restrict freedom of choice (the nazis also expressed an anti alcohol mindset
You know I heard a funny comparison of addiction and what it’s like liveing recovery its like a gay person liveing straight yeah it’s what people want you to do it’s better for everything but there’s always that feeling of liveing a life that’s a front because really we all just want what we crave to do…and as a straight man that way of thinking makes me have sympathy for gays in a weird way cause I suffer from alcohol
So many programs out there that promise you’ll quit drinking from one day to the next and feel great for the rest of your life. Listen, Steffon Barkload’s Quit Drinking Forever takes a lighter, safer approach which you decide to go with at your own pace. Best shortcut I go’ogled that only took days to rewire my brain to continually experience mental peace.
According to scripture, drinking is not prohibited. Being a drunkard is. Jesus first miracle here on earth, was turning water into wine. Hence, limit your drinking. Don’t drink every day, don’t drink to get drunk. Know your limit. Don’t drink hard cheap liquor. Be choosy. If u can’t afford it, don’t buy it.
I drink Beer. I am from German ancestry. I have had beer since i was 8/9. My grandfather slipped me them since i was young. I can and do stop periodically and give it up for months at a time. I never drink to get drunk, i never smoked a tobacco cigarette, smoked pot twice and not my bag. An occasional beer, 4 or 5 a month is not going to kill me. Tobacco and alcohol will kill and have killed forever. I never have seen POT kill anyone yet?
Too biased. You can drink, but in moderation, no need to go crazy. Even our body produces alcohol approx 3 g of ethanol? That dictates that we need such substance in right amount, hence drinkin in the right proportion is fine. Even too much water can be harmful or deadly. The problem is that most humans cant control how much they drink, so once start drinking they drink too much, then solution is no alcohol at all like in this article.