Cut down alcohol and now can’t enjoy it?

[sarahb083]

Since having a baby two years ago, I drink much less than I used to and now rarely have more than one or two. I’ve recently started to struggle to even enjoy one drink, it feels like the hangover starts instantly and I don’t get the same relaxed, happy feeling I used to. Anyone else?

Im the same. I haven’t had a drink since Christmas night and im not at all bothered.

i have a hen do (just a buffet) in a week and i really CBA going. Im friends with the brides mum so hence the invite.

id rather be home. The friends of the bride are noisy screechy drunks. Im taking the car so i can leave. Same with the wedding. Im driving. I cant stand being around drunken people anymore

Me too!
Over the last few months I've started to realise I don't really enjoy more than one. I like a nice glass of red wine but anything more than that I seem to get a hang over. So if we do go out a usually really enjoy one nice glass then switch to ginger beer or bitter lemon. Before I might of had a few gins but I've realised I enjoy just as much with no gin.
I enjoy going out to eat but otherwise I would much rather be at home with a cup of tea and a good box set.

I think that's a good thing though, isn't it?

Cheaper and healthier!

Yes @704703hey that's true! I do miss the relaxing feeling though.

Bump for other experiences?

I'm the same. Cut down massively after a health episode last June. Had no intention of actually giving up. To be fair I was drinking too much but I'd thought I'd just cut way back and be a one or two glasses on a Friday and Saturday person. I physically cannot drink now. It's brilliant but I do have moments where I'm like wtf is actually happening here!

Interesting @BrassTrim - that's how I feel too! It's strange.

I didnt have the intention of actually stopping but the thought of a glass of wine makes me feel🤢.