Originally Posted by
kizzy40 
These are my family so can't cut them off haha, most are really supportive but why is it seen as such a taboo not to drink in company?
Depends on the company. I guess I have to ask if you have any non-drinking social support?
I did not socialize at bars or at parties anymore. I drank myself into isolation. Other than talking with people at work I did not have any friends except one drinking buddy. All the social situations I am in now are with people that do not drink or are recovering alcoholics. These are now my friends and my social circle.
I understand you cannot cut out family but it is your life, not theirs.