This changes over time. In my 20s and 30s alcohol was mainly a social lubricant in my circles. Now what I see in my 40s is most of my peers have a drink or two

This changes over time. In my 20s and 30s alcohol was mainly a social lubricant in my circles. Now what I see in my 40s is most of my peers have a drink or two at night after a day of work, the kids are asleep, the dishes are done, etc... to have a little bit of ease at the end of the night. It’s a little reward for getting through the day intact and a chance for a sliver of unwind time.