Originally Posted by anvilhead

the one thing that sets the "problem" drinker apart from the average joe IS the efforts and antics to maintain and control their drinking. those for whom drinking is NOT a problem don't go buy a 12 pack just to see what happens. those who are not physically or mentally reliant upon alcohol (for whatever reason) would not think twice about quitting for good if they even sensed there was a problem.

if we decide to quit lima beans, for instance, we don't go sneaking back down the canned goods aisle a month later and buy six cans and take them home just to SEE if we can still have control. we just wouldn't give it much thought at all.

our REACTION to the notion of quitting is perhaps the most TELLING indicator. IMHO, only an alcoholic or serious problem drinker would DRINK to prove they don't have a problem with drinking.........just food for thought. be well.