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I've found that people who don't class themselves as "Alcoholic" find it really hard to accept that if you don't constantly walk around drunk and useless that you could be. I get that reaction lots "But you don't drink in work, you cant be". I know for many people admitting to being an alcoholic is an important step but sometimes to people on the outside it's easier to explain to them in terms they understand.

NetNoct23 2 months ago

I know this is a vid from a while back but I've been thinking about it and how about things like "It tends to go to my head too easy so I prefer not to drink" or "It's made me really ill in the past, it just doesn't seem to be something I take to very well" or "I'm not really a drinker nowadays, think I've had enough in the past to keep me going for a long time, lol" OR "well, just something I do for my health" OR if they know your on meds "it causes side effects / clashes with my meds" ... etc

NetNoct23 2 months ago

I also don't drink and have struggled with how to tell people I date...I think it just comes down to being secure enough in yourself to do what's best for you...some people will like it and some may not, but you have to do what is best for you

tulanekid 2 months ago

You've really got your head on straight.. -you've thought things thru and are really on the right track -I'm very impressed. :-)

As far as the "not drinking" question -that's so petty, don't let that become such a big obstacle in your life-goals. Someone who cares about you, will appreciate the fact that you no longer drink, and they'll respect you for that. If they don't -then just let him/her walk on their merry way. You're doing quite well and really seem like a recovered person already.

netbytesolutions 5 months ago

look so cool an sexy on this video

zborderline 5 months ago

The answer to your 2nd question is simple - you can go drinking, just say you don't drink. I had a date with a guy today, told him just that. If the person is worth any of your time, s(he) will accept that. As for whether or not to date females or males, from experience, I can tell you that you have to keep open all of your options unless you know that you have no romantic attraction to men. If you want to talk about it, let me know.

ImportanceofWork 6 months ago

When people ask me if I do drugs, I say no. When asked "why haven't you ever expieremented with them?" I tell them, "because I feel like I am barely clinging onto sanity as it is, by a thread. Why would I do something that would push me over the edge!?" They usually think I am joking, laugh, and say "I like that answer"

Brandi425 6 months ago

I actually never took up drinking and it was always awkard. But as I got older I simply just tell them and let it be their problem not mine.

scrapbook11 6 months ago

follow your heart ma you can do it. I dated girls first a long time ago until I found that outside of those particular females that it wasn't really my thing. again if you don't drink all you need to say is that you don't drink or you did before and now are no longer interested. That's all any one should get out the door. Give them time to know YOU before you introduce them to your disability. Remember - sell the garment FIRST. that way the flaws are just not that bad after all.

soymiguelalejandro23 6 months ago

your looking pretty today. : )

composer63 6 months ago

best wishes

smashbeans 6 months ago

congrats on the baby! happy for your soberness =]

ZacharyDash 6 months ago

... The problem with mental illness is as you get older your brain and body start deterating and you begin thinking your dying, it sucks. Then u stare at your computer all day and realize you can't spell. But you are very, very lucky you are beautiful...then want to build a wormhole and time machine to solve all the mysteries of the universe, like the (West Memphis 3) atrocities... gosh I hate mysteries. Good luck with your dating I am sure you will have success.

buddyduddyful 6 months ago

If people cannot accept you don't drink. Then there not right for you, and its time to move on. Anybody who truly loves you will accept you no matter what problems and issues you have.

Invisible115 6 months ago

condt. but you do what you feel comfortable with. I had liver damage before and couldn't drink I tried telling people why I can't drink and it didn't make it easier esp for new people around me it was like they assumed I was out of control giving myself liver damage and they were just wired to me which is awful its just ignorance, you should be able to protect your privacy and just say you don't (like to) drink until you know the person you shouldnt feel bad about sayin that :)

IncidentalShine 6 months ago

Yeah when feelings are involved that in between place is always the most painful glad to hear you've moved on. I've heard this how to bring up issues when dating discussed a few times before I think its best to leave it a few dates to build trust on both parts, telling someone and them not being scared off or frightened about handling the situation if you have a problem is problematic if they don't know you yet,after a certain amount of dates they'll know who you are in context to the issue

IncidentalShine 6 months ago

You don't have to justify why you're not drinking. A lot of people don't drink for health reasons, or just by choice (not liking the taste, not wanting to be drunk...). I'm a girl, can I date you?

sijran 6 months ago

Well, I dont drink and have no special reason. I also dont smoke or use any kind of drugs, just because I dont like it. I think there is no need to give a special reason for not drink if dont want give one.

I think you "cuteness" can easily ovecome the not drinking aspect. Don't be so worry about it

forcadopensamento 6 months ago

It's all well and good saying 'if they can't accept it then they aren't worth it,' and that is true. Nowadays though it is a subject that is brought up pretty much on a first date, and do you really want to be talking about being an alcoholic on a first date? It's a personal thing that they should learn about you when YOU feel comfortable and trust them.

Anyway why don't you just say you're allergic to alcohol, cause it's kinda true, you get sick if you drink it!

MakeupbyMisha 6 months ago

Personally I don't drink or do drugs because I'm straight edge. I've only ever had it be a problem in my dating life once many years ago. The guy said he couldn't continue to date me because I couldn't go for a burger and beers with him. (I'm vegetarian as well). I found that strange because generally when I go with someone to a restaurant I don't care what they are drinking or eating!

leighannenoelle 6 months ago

If they ask why you don't drink then just say something honest but not completely spilling the beans, like "I get a little crazy when I drink so I just choose not to".

leighannenoelle 6 months ago