People have been facing fewer occasions in which they are obligated to drink, such as at workplace gathering or other celebrations. In addition, chances to associate with others have been limited due to the pandemic, thus providing opportunities to reexamine the meaning of drinking itself.

First I have heard of this nonsense. It must be American as it is so very strange. The Mother Church says drinking in moderation is fine.

I gave up drinking over ten years ago and am much better for it. I don’t understand why so many people feel they have to drink.

@Lindsay

It’s a bit like shopping at Harrods.

If you feel the need to ask anything, you’re in the wrong company… ; )

I don’t understand why so many people feel they have to drink.

let’s not confuse have to with want to.

I work hard, & train hard - (in my opinion) there’s nothing more rewarding than an ice cold beer afterwards

I need a drink after seeing so many ‘health conscious’, ‘new year’s resolutions’ and other ‘buzz-kill’ articles on three-day-weekend, enjoy-the-holiday” edition ?

People should drink at least 2 a day as it’s healthy and what’s the purpose of living without a night cap