Monday, November 4, 2024

When Is Drinking a Problem?

Dear Suz, I was so nervous on a first date with this hottie that I had a drink before he picked me up and a few with dinner. We had a nightcap before fabulous sex. In the morning, he left me a note with an AA contact. What does it mean? I'm not an alcoholic.

Dear NAA. Obviously, he thinks you have a drinking problem. The internet has stats and checklists, but only you, in your heart of hearts, can honestly answer the questions: 1) do you often drink more than you intend; 2) does drinking get you into trouble (yes, a first date leaving you AA info qualifies); 3) any memory lapses when drinking; 4) others have said you have a drinking problem; 5) you've tried to quit but can't. Yes to any of the 5 questions, says you have a drinking problem. You can seek help or not, but you can't plead ignorance. -SQ

 

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