[bradlys]

This is YMMV. I still get a lot of “why don’t you drink?!! Come on, man!!” in the US. Especially in a city like NYC - you’re signing up to be a bit of a social outcast.

[siamese_puff]

I disassociate from allowing people like this into my life now.

[moralestapia]

Good for you.

However, in society at large, social influence (excuse the bit of circularity) is an extremely powerful force driving people's lifestyle.