Thanks for asking this question, I've found the discussion interesting. I have also noticed the negative long terms affects of alcohol and much like you I find

Thanks for asking this question, I've found the discussion interesting. I have also noticed the negative long terms affects of alcohol and much like you I find it difficult not to drink in certain social situations (am in the UK). I agree giving up completely is probably the best strategy (for physical and mental health) - but having failed to do that myself I moved to low alcohol beers (these guys are good: https://theoriginalsmallbeer.com https://theoriginalsmallbeer.com)