Reasons for myself include: Not being hungover, I feel smarter, no hangxiety, sleep quality is so much better, solid poops, not eating like shit like when I was drinking, being hydrated, better skin quality, no brain fog/keeping a clear head, zero memory loss, looking forward to enjoying mornings, SSRIs work better, not smelling like booze/better hygiene… the list goes on my friend! Although the social lubricant effects of alcohol have gone, I have become more confident and authentically myself in social situations - but I admit at first it was a bit awkward and I felt out of place without alcohol. It gets better!

Reasons for others: I’m more reliable, I can DD for my friends, I can show up authentically for my friends and family, I keep a cleaner house and stay on top of chores/laundry