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What to Say When People Ask Why You're Not Drinking
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What to Say When People Ask Why You're Not Drinking

Here's a handy list of responses that you can choose from. Pick whichever one feels most authentic to you!

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Jess Steitzer
Aug 02, 2023
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So, you quit drinking and now you're a little nervous about what to say when people ask why. First off, know that "No." is a complete sentence and you don't owe anyone an explanation.

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But in the case that you're a little bit of a people-pleaser like me, it's hard in the beginning to build up the confidence to say th…

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