There is a column in the newspaper called "Workcoach." This supposed expert gives advice on getting along in the workplace. Personally, I think she's just a little bonkers.
In a recent column, a person wrote about a quandary he was experiencing. He doesn't drink alcoholic beverages. He says his office Christmas party is basically an "alcohol fest" that lasts until the wee hours of the morning at a local bar. He says that if he refuses a drink, the others want to know what's wrong with him. He doesn't want to be conspicuous.
Well duh! Get you a glass of 7-Up if you don't want to be conspicuous. Who needs to explain to a bunch of drunk clods why you're not making a fool of yourself along with them? Ms. Workcoach told him that when he was offered a drink, he should say, "I'll get something later." What's wrong with, "No, thank you"? She says he should answer inquiries with "Alcohol doesn't agree with me." What's wrong with, "I don't drink"? They're acting like being sober is something to be embarrassed and ashamed of. It's certainly a topsy-turvy world!
"Can nondrinker blend in at boozefest?" The Dallas Morning News; December 16, 2009; p. 2D.
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