Posted by wendy b. on December 12, 2002, at 20:17:44
In reply to Re: How to celebrate without drink (+New Yorker ca, posted by utopizen on December 12, 2002, at 18:35:28
Hi Utop,
I think your message might not be taken as kindly advice, more a punitive gesture. Sorry, but that's how it reads to me...
Fred, I would just have to disagree with Utop - I think we all search for euphoria, in one way or another. Especially if we're accustomed to drink being a part of every holiday for as long as we can remember. It must be difficult for you to be wondering what it's going to be like without it...
So, go for it! You may not find it this holiday season, but I'm sure there is something out there (or inside yourself, perhaps?) that will bring you euphoria. It may be something you've never experienced before (drag-racing?), or it may be in a community of friends who get together and sing, or some other musical endeavor (always brought me a high, anyway). It might be a sport or other physical activity, something that gets the endorphins going without it having a negative effect on your body or brain chemistry...
Good luck in your search...
Fondly,
Wendy
poster:wendy b.
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