Okay, I'm kind of embarrassed to admit this on here because most of the dancers on here seem to totally have their shit together, but over the past couple of years, I've developed a huge drinking problem at work. I don't think I'm an alcoholic because I definitely don't drink every day-I only drink outside of work about twice a month. But I definitely have a huge problem at work. I've gotten fired because of my drunkenness (I was eventually allowed to come back, but still), pissed off other dancers, passed out in the dressing room, and not remembered stuff I did because I was too drunk.
I've tried completely quitting drinking at work, but that only lasted for a couple of days because I have to work 10, 11, or even 12 hour shifts at most clubs and the night would drag on sooooo slowly when I was totally sober. I definitely make way more money when I have a slight buzz going than when I'm totally sober, but a lot of times I don't know when to stop and I end up getting totally smashed instead of just buzzed. I don't need to drink to do my job, but I make more money when I drink and the night goes by so much faster after I've had a few. Plus I'm naturally a pretty shy person, but I'm much more bubbly and sociable with customers after I've had a couple. A couple customers who have seen me both completely sober and tipsy have even told me that I'm more fun to be around when I drink.
I guess what I'm looking for is advice on cutting back on my drinking at work. I've tried completely quitting, but I don't know if that's realistic for me. It's especially hard when I see all the girls around me doing shots. Thanks in advance for any advice you have to offer.![]()



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