My attitude to alcohol hasn't changed per se. I have a 'respect' for it. I'm not anti, nor am I pro. I am not alcoholic nor likely to be (getting roaring drunk every day and hungover the next, does not appeal to me as a choice).. so I don't feel awkward or triggered around people who are drinking.
I'm a non-addictive personality and grew up in a atmosphere that a good wine over dinner, for example, is to be appreciated (pretty european really) and that intoxication was not the aim.
I now know, however, that the effects for some can be destructive. My problem drinking radar has become more honed and I do avoid people who, to me, look like abusers rather than users.
Tx