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Definitely don’t drink. You can do it! Just make up your excuse well in advance if you don’t want to say “I don’t drink.” Honestly, very very rarely will someone ask why or press it. But there are many options. “I’m not drinking tonight” or I’m driving” or “I’m presenting on a conference call later” or I’ve got work to do later or I’m on antibiotics. Or my stomach is sore. Obviously, the closer to the truth the better. But it shouldn’t be a big deal. I’ve used “I’ve met my quota” or “special diet right now” but you can see how that might raise some curious questions. Or you just order the drinks and try to keep it between you and the bartender. Hopefullly it’s not a big deal. I met two spirits clients AT A BAR at sxsw and I was ok. You can do this!
This group ❤️ thank you. @Horizon - hopefully! As far as I know, it’s just us on the ground
can you get a third to drink with her?
@SA1 we’ll be on the ground for an activation together and no one else from my team. I’m mostly just nervous about the conversation around not drinking coming up with a client
just read there is one third. people pleasing. it's a tough one. I would go all in at those point.order you cran seltzer or whatever and if she asks just say- I'm sober. that's it. I did that once and the person I was with assumed I was a Mormon of all things lol. adds a bit of mystery haha
Remind yourself that your sobriety is more important than anyone’s speculation about it. You stopped drinking because you wanted to be healthier—no one ever argues with that rationale, and it is fully honest and transparent! You will get through this with ease and feel stronger on the other side
is the client male or female
@H1 Female but from what I’ve heard from the team she likes to go out
Are you comfy going to a cocktail bar? You can order a mock tail. Or maybe like an event thing like fancy bowling, arcade, ice skating, museum
Find a place that serves non alcoholic beer. Activities are always good!
Can you text or check your phone? Text people when you’re anxious!
Are you male or female? Some things that are good non drinking options - drybar, fitness classes (if she’s into it), just dinner/apps somewhere. What city will you be in? That helps too
I’m sober and do a lot of client face-to-face. Seems like strange plan, but I do better when I control the conversation. I have anxiety, but I just act extra extroverted, because if I control the convo, can keep talking, have things to say, it makes me a lot less anxious. I don’t let their drunk, loud talking push me into a quiet little anxiety hole, I match their talking. Also, another thing I do is remember how dumb people sound when they drink. Really helps.