I Don't Drink: An Update
I wrote a post almost four years ago about the fact I don’t drink. I think it’s less unusual now than it was then. Times are changing in the world of health, food and drink, and I’m no longer greeted with the same level of shock when I say I don’t drink alcohol. I think a part of it is also because I’m no longer at university, a bubble where such a big part of the culture is nights out. I’ve never drunk, and I don’t plan on changing that. I still go out. I still enjoy myself, I’m happy being around others who are drinking. I’m just not interested myself. There are so many reasons why I don’t drink, or maybe why I didn’t start when I was younger. Now, at 24, the reason is simply that I never have, and I don’t regret that. I can see the appeal of a glass of wine with a meal, but I don’t feel like I’m missing out. I should make it clear that I’m in no way an adventurous person when it comes to drinks in general. I drink water most of the time, occa...