Opinion | I Quit Drinking Four Years Ago. I'm Still Confronting Drinking Culture.
Briefly

Quitting alcohol is not just about overcoming cravings; it's also about challenging the cultural norms that romanticize drinking and dismiss those who choose sobriety.
I quit drinking because I was tired of being tired, feeling foggy and sick, and not being able to recognize myself—essentially, I wanted to live.
The fear of losing my identity without alcohol was daunting; I questioned if I could still be fun and creative without the substance.
Natalie Cole's autobiography conveys a significant belief in needing substances for performance, reflecting the struggle many face regarding creativity and their reliance on alcohol.
Read at www.nytimes.com
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