As someone who doesn't drink alcohol (and never has), this can often be a bit overwhelming. People tend to be very surprised when I tell them that I don't drink and are very confused when I'm unable to provide a reason like religious beliefs, a medical condition, or family history of alcoholism. From my perspective, it's pretty strange that I need a reason not to besides not wanting to; nobody seems to expect that I have a reason beyond that for any other form of entertainment activity, but consuming alcohol seems so ingrained in culture that people assume that anyone able to does so.
I hate to ever say this, but alcohol is actually a selfish thing to consume. If you are drinking water and I'm drinking a beer, we are having a conversation, in a way, I'm telling you your not interesting enough because I need a kick from alcohol.
