Originally Posted by
BetterDad 
I plan to tell folks that I just decided to not drink, but not tell the world the reason why.
New year diet excuse. cut down on calories and remove alcohol. I know coming clean is probably the best way, but kind of embarrassed and would rather just tell folks I gave it up.
thoughts?
Hey BetterDad,
Initially I could only admit to myself and a couple of extremely close friends that I had a problem, the rest I told I was doing it as part of a better health plan. As time went on and I became more comfortable with myself, regained a lot of emotional stability etc, I found myself telling most people the truth. Including those that I had originally told that I was on a diet/health kick.
Look forward to hearing how you go! Happy Holidays.