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		khazhoux on Feb 2, 2022 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: On Why I'm Quitting Alcohol At my house we joke that it'd easier to tell friends we're recovering alcoholics. Then people instantly respect your decision and respect you, instead of pegging you as a downer.

quickthrower2 on Feb 2, 2022 [–]

Religion also seems to be an acceptable reason.

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