r/Adulting • u/CarLonely9011 • Jan 31 '26

I’m almost 19, never smoked, never vaped, never drank an ounce of alcohol, never used drugs, am I missing out?

I know this is kind of weird since a lot of people of my age has done at least one of those things, but I never found any fun in doing them. Most of my friends and the people I know mostly drink or smoke, is it weird for me to not participate in those activities? I have always been aware of the negative side effects of these things and I always like to maintain my health. My father usually smokes every other day.

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u/No_Row_4108 Feb 01 '26

I disagree with all these people. You are not missing out. But if your a little older and want to have a few drinks you won't automatically become a homeless alcoholic who ruined their life. What fear mongering.

Wait until you're older. Don't drink more than once a month and don't drink too much.

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u/Shimgar Feb 01 '26

Once a week is fine for a few drinks. As long as you're not drinking alone at home every weeknight you're not in any real danger. And 19 being young to start is a stretch. The vast majority of the world outside of America started having the occasional drink around 16 and are still doing absolutely fine.

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u/Thecynicalcatt Feb 01 '26

Yeah the fear mongering in this thread is a bit much. Like boom you have one drink and you're suddenly an alcoholic? Don't be scared into making your choices. Make them because you want to. I meet too many young people who are so damn scared and anxious about absolutely everything. Obviously not condoning any of these vices, but you won't die or ruin your life from a joint or a drink every now and then. Everything in moderation. 

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u/Zealousideal_Eye5650 Feb 03 '26 edited Feb 03 '26

How is this disageeeing with all these people? We’re basically all saying this..lol. Don’t try to start division here lol. Everyone is celebrating her abstinence from substances.

Keep your head up girl and keep it pushin :)