Originally Posted by
Tertor 
You can do it Pippo! I have a work thing on Friday. Dinner and drinks. That will be my day 15. I will take inspiration from you. We can get through these work things without drinking with a good plan like yours!
I ran in to a lady and I explained that one of my biggest fears/anxiety is (not only the thought of never again) but of having to explain to people in this society why I'm not drinking like everybody else. She said the easiest way to handle it is to walk straight in, and before the host/hostess even has a chance to ask what drink you would like, just give them a compliment and ask them an opened ended question. Such as. Oh, I love that dress. Where ever did you get it? People love to talk about themselves and if you circulate the room in such a fashion they won't even pay attention to the water or soda you have in your hand. Interesting concept.