There are an abundance of reasons (some) people need/decide to utilise alcohol as part of their lifestyles... I'm not going to entertain an onslaught of strangers, whom haven't the foggiest of ideas in regards to what I have endured, and continue to do so throughout my daily existence. It has to be said, that not everyone is going to have the same perception as you about the reality of drinking (or sobriety.) If I even attempted to begin explaining why (and how) I am the person that I am currently, you would think that I am lying about it all. I won't try to displace any "blame" upon another association or authority, however it is well overdue for me to say my piece on the matter.  I am tired. I shouldn't be needing to reiterate my agenda when it comes to using alcohol. I use it for an extremely varied assortment of purposes, which are independent to my personal feelings. (Creative practice to be most precise) I have never chosen to become intoxicated to the p...