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Is My Alcohol Consumption a Problem? An Early 30s Man's Dilemma

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General Physician - Answered on May 02, 2024

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Asked by Anonymous - May 01, 2024Hindi
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I am an early 30 aged man. I have a public job which I can say is a descent one. I am married and have a kid. I can't say I am an alcoholic but in someway my happiness is associated with alcohol. My job requires me to travel a lot and on those days I can do without any drinks. But on my off days I tend to drink like half a bottle of whatever alcohol I desire and the only thing I can say about is I gain happiness from it. On rare occasions I am tipsy. I give my family time and carry out daily chores as usual while at home. On the downside, drinking has made be obese and somewhat ill. But I can't figure out if I want to drop alcohol or not. Because as I said I don't see addiction anywhere in my inclination to alcohol but I derive a strange kind of happiness from it. Can you analyze my situation and give some advice?

Ans: In my humble opinion, it is unhealthy to drink so much. That you feel that your happiness is depending on alcohol rather than life in general may need a little introspection. You are still very young and this much drinking is quite likely to have negative effects on your metabolism, your liver and your heart. It would be a great experiment or try and stay away from alcohol and any other similar mind altering substance for at least a year and see how you can derive happiness/ contentment from other aspects of life.
I would be very interested to know your approach going forward.
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Dear Sir/Madam, I am 47 years male, i have done Diploma in Electrical and Electronic engineering and B A Graduation with Economics and English Subjects. I have nearly 18 years of Experience in Field of Electrical and Security systems. The issue is I have lost my job during Pandemic. I between i got addicted to Alcohol. Now i have lost the confidence to apply for new jobs and fell scared abt my future. I didn't have proper experience certificate also. Secondly I feel that I should try for Financial Advisor/Stock market analysis job. So kindly advice me reg my career and how to leave alcohol. Please do the needful at earliest as i plan to work as per your advice. I am very Good in English and economics also. Thank you. With Regards. Aditya Rao.
Ans: I am sorry to hear about your situation.

While it is understandable that losing a job during the pandemic and struggling with addiction can lead to feelings of fear and uncertainty about the future, you need to remember that situations will keep on changing as long as you retain your confidence.

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1. Seek professional help to overcome addiction and regain control of your life. You can counseling, support groups, and rehabilitation programs.

2. Consider taking online courses or certification programs to enhance your skills and increase your job prospects. Be up to date with the current trends and opportunities.

3. You try to explore financial advising or stock market analysis as an alternate career path. Try going in for certifications and courses with regards to the same. They can help you gain the knowledge and skills needed for this type of job.

4. Leave the past in the past and focus on your strengths and past accomplishments. Be confident in your abilities and remain optimistic.

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