To me the most important thing is this - when I drink, I drink too much and too often. This causes problems in my life. So I have decided not to drink and avoid the problems it causes for me. I really don't care what people label that to be, i simply don't drink because it's a better alternative for my life than drinking. Glad to see that you realize that too and are actively figuring out a way to not drink....that's the most important thing.