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Old 10-26-2011, 02:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Bobby1 View Post
I almost always drink only in the evening except for rare social events that might begin as early as noon. I never miss work. I don’t have trouble meeting any commitments. I train for running and bicycling races without any difficulties and I compete at a high level. I am trim and fit. I do not get hangovers. I do not stumble or generally behave drunk. I have a good appetite with good digestion.

Now, here is the really odd thing that makes me wonder about myself: I have about 85 to 100 drinks every week - about 10 to 15 per night! My ability to function so well has been a hindrance to stopping.
I've heard this story many times at AA. It is usually followed up with, "and then things got bad". The amount you consume is really up there, well beyond healthy levels.

If you can slow down, slow down. If you find you can't, then quit. If you find you can't quit, well, welcome to alcoholics anonymous.
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