Your #1 is probably the only habit on this list that is by far the most important.
If everything you do for work or relaxation revolves around alcohol then there is a high likelihood that you will compromise yourself for alcohol or you will surround yourself with people who will compromise themselves for alcohol. And if they are able to handle their drinks at a younger age, it gets harder to deal with as we age.
Personally I’m 25 years sober now and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my life so far because I’m sober. My troubles often seem to start when I drift towards people who want to center their lives around alcohol or the next drink.
Your #1 is probably the only habit on this list that is by far the most important.
If everything you do for work or relaxation revolves around alcohol then there is a high likelihood that you will compromise yourself for alcohol or you will surround yourself with people who will compromise themselves for alcohol. And if they are able to handle their drinks at a younger age, it gets harder to deal with as we age.
Personally I’m 25 years sober now and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my life so far because I’m sober. My troubles often seem to start when I drift towards people who want to center their lives around alcohol or the next drink.