WhenSummersGone Posted August 30, 2014 Share Posted August 30, 2014 I've been drunk a long time ago, unfortunately, and I didn't see a point. If you make a fool of yourself, commit a crime or you don't remember anything then why do it? Plus I don't enjoy the taste. Iced Tea, milkshakes, iced coffee or juice tastes better. Link to post Share on other sites
Gentleman Space Posted August 30, 2014 Share Posted August 30, 2014 I tried it once, just to see what it was like. I had like 7 over the course of two hours and barely got a buzz, my friends became more open though, we had more personal conversations than uusual. In fact I came out to them as ace that night. Haven't bothered drinking again since. Link to post Share on other sites
Princess Flufflebutt Posted August 30, 2014 Share Posted August 30, 2014 I do enjoy a drink or seven in good company, but I try my best to not have too much. That never ends well. Link to post Share on other sites
Palovana Posted August 31, 2014 Share Posted August 31, 2014 I think getting drunk is fucking stupid. I hate being around drunk people. Most people are assholes and/or idiotic, and what does alcohol do for them? Make them act like bigger assholes/even more idiotic. I don't mind having a beer or a glass of wine or some other alcoholic beverage with people whose company I enjoy, but I just don't see the point of getting wasted. If other people want to, whatever, I don't care. But I don't want to be around them. That being said, I was drunk once (not horrendously, shitfaced drunk, but drunk enough) and it just made me feel sick, withdrawn, tired, and more depressed. Then in the morning I felt like I was dying, and had a migraine for the rest of the day. I'm depressed most of the time, and if I do drink, it almost always makes my depression 10x worse, to the point of being suicidal. Link to post Share on other sites
bare_trees Posted August 31, 2014 Share Posted August 31, 2014 I wish I had been around when this thread started, because it's very interesting to me. I'm intrigued by those who have never had a drink and don't regret it, because I can no longer imagine feeling that way, even though there was a time that I felt just that way. My family has a history of alcoholism and addiction in general, so I decided as a teen that I wouldn't drink at all, ever. I was rather self-righteous about it, unlike some posters here, who simply say it's not for them and that's understandable. I was kind of a jerk about it. I told my parents they shouldn't have a beer with dinner, even though neither of them had problems with alcohol at all. Then, when I was in my early twenties, I decided to have a drink with my mom. She assured me it was ok. I didn't love it, but I liked it. When I was 25, I decided I was mature enough to have more than one drink. When I was in my late twenties, I allowed myself to get drunk, and loved it. I tried different cocktails and found out what I like. (I'm still in that phase where I think Long Island Iced Teas are one of the best inventions ever). I forgot who said it, but one poster said they don't regret the time they were straight edge, even though they aren't anymore. I sometimes regret that by the time I started enjoying myself at bars and clubs, I was older than a large majority of the other patrons. But, my family history and my own maturity level considered, I probably made the best choice for my safety. I love being drunk--I love how if I'm drunk and someone reminds me of something I'm not happy about, or angry about, or whatever, I look at it differently. Through the rose-colored alcohol glasses, problems that are weighing on me just seem like they're going to work themselves out in time. Kind of like the original poster said, everything is funny, and everything is a good time, even things that would seem dumb or shallow sober. It's just important to me to be with someone I can trust if I'm going to start drinking. If I go out with a group and I don't know anyone all that well, I make a conscious decision not to drink. And I don't mind getting drunk at home and staying there every once in awhile. In the end, I guess I am glad that I waited this long to drink, because I probably would have made all the wrong choices had I started in high school (when I assume most people start drinking). Link to post Share on other sites
Exosk Posted August 31, 2014 Share Posted August 31, 2014 my most drunk experience (maybe tmi for some) nvm, let's just say it wasn't pretty. I have no desire to ever drink that much again, but I can have usually up to 4 glasses of wine or sugary alcoholic drinks with dinner (over 30-45 minute period) and be fine in terms of most basic functioning and balance (walking from a to b) and speaking coherently. I'm not a large person so I think I metabolize it fast because it makes me run to the bathroom at least twice as often and shortly after I begin drinking. The alcohol does not appear to make me more social or depressed or happy, it just effects the motor skills and unevenly dulls or excites the senses. I don't feel like I've forgotten anything and I don't feel numb. I do enjoy a drink every now and to drink with my brothers and friends while we challenge each other to video games is very fun. I thought I would like clubbing but a bar with a pool table and games (that isn't very busy) is far more enjoyable in my experience. Loud music and crowd crush aren't very pleasant for me. Link to post Share on other sites
LaMaestra Posted August 31, 2014 Share Posted August 31, 2014 I just drink enough to 'mellow out, man'. But getting completely wasted is just silly. I don't go clubbing simply because I have no interest. I have social phobia and dance music is total garbage with no meaning. Link to post Share on other sites
mari Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 I been drunk a couple of times when i was a teen but only that. I dislike the alcohol (any kind) taste. Link to post Share on other sites
Diceman Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 It's like a thread that was made just for me! Alcohol and I are bestest friends. First off, getting drunk just feels amazing. Luckily, I'm a very happy drunk. When I'm in an awkward social situation I drink LOTS because it's easier for me to talk with and involve myself with other people. It also improves my Cards Against Humanity performance. All your worries go away when you've got your head in the clouds. Unfortunately all my friends are married with kids now, so all the parties they have are "family" parties with other friends who are also married with kids, and while I still attend I'm totally the odd guy out so I just play the drunken uncle that every family needs. Without "that guy" I imagine life gets pretty boring for people who live horribly normal lives. Secondly though, alcohol just tastes great. I'm a scotch & beer guy. And if your first taste of scotch was out of a plastic jug, you're doing it wrong!!! It's a great sipping drink with lots of depth to it depending on what type you're drinking. Same with beer- Coors is stagnant pond water. Do Not Drink! There are lots of much better quality inexpensive mid-range beers that have great taste to them. Sam Adams, Bass Ale... Lagunitas Little Sumpin Sumpin ale is a little pricier but one of my all time favorites. Then you can have even more fun trying out craft beers like Wormtown's "Be Hoppy" (I'm a huge hops fan, thus my preference for Lagunitas) or any of the Rogue ales. And if the taste REALLY bothers you that much, go for something tasty like a white russian or a long island iced tea. Or frozen margaritas or something. I used to make my own by buying a nip of cheap tequila at the liquor store and then mixing it into a slurpee from 7-11. Works great! Yeah, I'm a fan. Link to post Share on other sites
Someone Else Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 I'm a sort of strange drunk, I've realized... I'd take a shot of whiskey or something, and try to analyze and perhaps write down how that one made me feel, how it impeded me, if at all, then try a second and do the same thing, and so forth. Not really a party activity, eh? ;) Link to post Share on other sites
ShadeFox Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 I avoid getting drunk as much as possible. I don't really like the taste of alcohol much so I only drink to be social, and even then not much because I get drunk pretty quickly which I hate. It makes me feel really lightheaded and sleepy. That triggers my travel sickness. I also get bad hangovers so all in all it is a really bad experience. Link to post Share on other sites
radicalonion Posted October 7, 2014 Share Posted October 7, 2014 I like a good, strong drink or two on quiet nights. I just found out that drinking in loud, flashy places is something that I don't like. I'd avoid getting drunk when I'm not with family and just not really like the sensation at all. But if I do get drunk around family... ah well. :T Link to post Share on other sites
Someone Else Posted October 7, 2014 Share Posted October 7, 2014 I hate the taste too, very much so, but I get to "see" the world and myself from what feels like a different emotional perspective. And I"m a fairly peaceful, happy, relaxed drinker anyway. Link to post Share on other sites
theboringalien Posted October 7, 2014 Share Posted October 7, 2014 I tried drinking and didn't like it. Alcohol affects me in a weird way. I speak better, without mumbling, making mistakes in words and sluttering. My speech becomes perfect. And I suddenly am more boring than sober, talking about neurology, corpses and history. And I'm not a happy drunk. Also, I don't really like wine. But pear cider once in a while is good. If I'm not in a company. Because I'm sitting quietly or educating people, which is sort of embarassing for me. Link to post Share on other sites
Someone Else Posted October 7, 2014 Share Posted October 7, 2014 Educator drunks, the other side of the coin to my "studying and learning drunk," I guess. ;) Link to post Share on other sites
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