You aren’t drinking, but you’ve been invited to a party that could challenge your sobriety. You want to have a great time and maybe make a few new friends, but you don’t want to end up seeming bored because of your decision to remain sober. It is possible to avoid drinking while also having a great time.

You don't need to get drunk to have a blast, so just go out there have fun. If they want to make you drink, make up an excuse or just fill your cup and don't drink from it.

Firmly tell them to stop. If they don't, use what self defense you do know and then leave. Or if you're the one hosting the party, tell everyone the party's over. Do whatever it takes to get that person to stop.

It is probably best not to get into an argument. Recognize the situation, and remove yourself from it. Call someone for a ride and leave the party.

If someone is trying to force you to drink, then you should probably leave. Drinking is a personal decision and no one should tell you what or how much to drink. Consider yourself lucky to get away from a party or a host like that!

You can still talk with people, dance, and eat the food! However, if you rely on alcohol to loosen yourself up, then you might have a problem. Try going to a few parties without drinking to test things out.

If you're asking this question, you might have a drinking problem. Do you know yourself sober? Or do you only relax and like yourself while drinking?

Are you mainly there for the drinking or for the socialization? Make a list of how you function at parties when not drinking. Can you identify some problem areas? You can begin to work on these with a friend, or a therapist.

Do you always do exactly what others do? Many won't notice you aren't drinking. You could have water or soda. At any rate, you should do what is best for you!!

Back out if you should. If your sobriety is what’s most important to you, there is no shame in simply not attending the party if you anticipate that it can become too wild. Find an alternative that you enjoy which will be fulfilling, and will not lead you to regret backing out of the party.

Having something to sip on will keep your mind off of not having an drink. This will keep others from feeling self-conscious that they are too drunk while you are sober, and may allow them to open up to you. Also, you don’t want to be vulnerable to people who might want to offer you a drink.

This will ensure that you can have fun on your own terms, and don't fall victim to the whimsy of your friends. They may have different ideas about how the night will go. In order to plan for a good time sober, you must have the option of leaving in case the party becomes too challenging.

Take pictures of the event. Try to capture great dancing jigs and other moments of enthusiasm with your phone camera or a DSLR. However, wait to post these directly to social media until the subjects of your photos are sober. Let them decide whether or not they’d like the world to see the images If they consent, then you can post the photos.

Play an old video game. Are you obsessed with a certain game, but can't find anyone to play with? This is your chance to challenge an eager partygoer to pick up a controller. Consider something engaging or nostalgic, which can draw many onlookers to become involved in the game.

If you don’t already know how, learn how to make a few basic cocktails. This is an easy way to make conversation, as well as to delight a few palates in the process. The host of the party may feel grateful for your help, which can be rewarding.

Make a party playlist to share. Are there a few silly or ridiculous songs that you’ve been too embarrassed to admit you like? This is your chance to control the stereo and to step onto the dance floor. In the interest of not hogging the vibe, accept input from everyone. You might even discover great new music.

Take care of your friends and others. Use this opportunity to offer some real value to the life of a fellow partygoer. Maybe you can use your sobriety offer advice to someone who wants to open up to you. Perhaps someone needs a ride. As someone who’s sober while many others are drinking, you will spot many opportunities to be helpful.

You may be sober, but that doesn't mean you can't have as much fun as the person dancing around with a lampshade on their head. You can talk to inebriated people and be entertained by their comments and antics. Tease them about it later as a friend, without being obnoxious.

If attending a party with alcohol, sobriety does not need to be a topic to expound upon. It can lead to fellow party goers coming to the conclusion that you are judgemental about their alcohol use. It can also come off as self-centered because people generally do not want to hear at length about a person's health choices.

If you are usually the only person in your group of friends who is not drinking, then you may want to consider finding a new group of sober friends.

If your good friends are getting drunk, bring them lots of water. This will prevent what would otherwise be a terrible hangover for them, and they may feel grateful to you later on.

You don't have to feel left out. When people are together and drinking, they generally think they are much drunker than they are.

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