I think this is a good plea since it will be very difficult to coordinate a reduction of alcohol consumption at a societal level. Alcohol is a significant part of most societies and cultures, and it will be hard to remove. Change is easier on an individual level.
I stopped drinking on October 1, 2022, but it required a lot of effort in reprogramming myself to feel comfortable in social settings (Because what Seth’s comment said is correct: alcohol is very useful for social bonding). It helps a lot that my spouse seldom drinks and when she does, it is very little.
I think this is a good plea since it will be very difficult to coordinate a reduction of alcohol consumption at a societal level. Alcohol is a significant part of most societies and cultures, and it will be hard to remove. Change is easier on an individual level.
I stopped drinking on October 1, 2022, but it required a lot of effort in reprogramming myself to feel comfortable in social settings (Because what Seth’s comment said is correct: alcohol is very useful for social bonding). It helps a lot that my spouse seldom drinks and when she does, it is very little.