Why are Irish people so stuck in their ways

brianregan09

ShiddyArze wrote: »

So out of the 20 odd people there, Your Girlfriend was the only one who didn't like it as it wasn't a drinking session, yet your judging the whole of Ireland on 1 person out of 20 not enjoying themselvess? Logical assumption

I never said I was judging the whole of Ireland I also said anyone we told about it afterwards gave us funny looks to downright laughing at us , and I didn't even judge I asked the question , Obviously every body is different and enjoys different things , But even before any of this like I said earlier I don't drink that often and when im out I'm often met with the question why aren't you drinking and when i answer no I get that big stupid dough eyed look as if to say what the hell is wrong with you

lawlolawl

eviltwin wrote: »

Why is liking a few beers when you go socializing seen as being stuck in your ways

It's got more to do with the fact that most Irish people go out specifically to get blathered and any socializing only happens because there happens to be other people out trying to do the same thing.

"Alternative" nights out that aren't just 'predrinks-pub-club' are very rare in this country, particularly outside The Pale.

jackinthemix94

lawlolawl wrote: »

It's got more to do with the fact that most Irish people go out specifically to get blathered and any socializing only happens because there happens to be other people out trying to do the same thing.

"Alternative" nights out that aren't just 'predrinks-pub-club' are very rare in this country, particularly outside The Pale.

In one of my ex jobs I used to suggest gatherings that didn't revolve around boozing and they'd look at me like I have 2 heads.

Whomever said Ireland isn't heavy hitting when it comes to alcohol needs a reality check - there is HUGE problems with alcoholism here - particularly amongst people who don't realize it because it's normalized to such an extent here.

eviltwin

lawlolawl wrote: »

It's got more to do with the fact that most Irish people go out specifically to get blathered and any socializing only happens because there happens to be other people out trying to do the same thing.

"Alternative" nights out that aren't just 'predrinks-pub-club' are very rare in this country, particularly outside The Pale.

Do they? I don't see people falling out of pubs and nightclubs drunk. I like a drink, I have my preferred venues that I go to. I don't see that as a bad thing.

brianregan09

Look at any town or city centre about 2-3 am in the morning and you'll see plenty failing that they've already falling into the nearest chipper

lawlolawl

eviltwin wrote: »

I don't see people falling out of pubs and nightclubs drunk.

Ah, here.

You must have your eyes closed on your nights out.

Strumms

SEPT 23 1989 wrote: »

All that party is missing is a clown and face painting

No.. read the OP.. he was there.

brianregan09

Strumms wrote: »

No.. read the OP.. he was there.

wow I was starting a discussion and personal attacks come my way typical

eviltwin

lawlolawl wrote: »

Ah, here.

You must have your eyes closed on your nights out.

You said most Irish people go out with the intention of getting drunk. Yes I've seen drunks but I wouldn't go to pubs with that kind of carry on. Most people I see in Dublin of an evening are able to manage their drinking.

ronnie085

What's the story with sticking O in front of Irish when slagging us off, is it a new thing?

Strumms

brianregan09 wrote: »

wow I was starting a discussion and personal attacks come my way typical

In fairness.. I apologise that was a bit uncalled for on my part... just think it was a weird set up and somewhat of a generalisation in terms of the title of the thread and what not but whatever you guys are into... strange that you hired a bar yet your other half was not feeling right about getting a second drink... dunno.. but those who don't drink and those who want to have a few and a good time... either is fine I think.. each to their own...

wakka12

I love quirky little events with quirky people like you guys. Its not weird, its nice, you seem like good friends. But its not for everyone, just like drinking and parties (in the traditional sense) arent for you. Gotta respect other peoples tastes too

maudgonner

eviltwin wrote: »

Why is liking a few beers when you go socializing seen as being stuck in your ways

I don't think that's the issue. It's about not being able to go out socialising unless it includes a few beers. Or more than a few.

It's definitely an attitude that gets less of an issue as you get a bit older, I think. I'm not much of a drinker, and when I was in my early 20s that fascinated people that I went out with - they'd either be intent on making me drink, or finding out what my reasons were for not drinking, or they would take an attitude about it.

These days nobody remarks on it at all, maybe society has changed, but I think it's far more likely a result of the fact that we're older (:() and a little bit wiser.

brianregan09

Well to be fair we all put money towards it and knew it was a private function room but didn't much else after that his own other half did most of the organizing , And I'll admit I even found it a little odd myself when I 1st went in as this was the 1st night like this i've ever experienced and I really enjoyed it

And yes I've no problem with drinkers at all , I just don't like that I'm ridiculed for enjoying something different that's what the crux of the post means really , maybe my relations and people in my girlfriends circle are the small minded ones , But I know one of my own best friends....is a polar opposite to me and he'd have the exact same reaction (haven't met him yet) he'd rip the piss out of me

SEPT 23 1989

No shame in being a lightweight

wakka12

maudgonner wrote: »

I don't think that's the issue. It's about not being able to go out socialising unless it includes a few beers. Or more than a few.

It's definitely an attitude that gets less of an issue as you get a bit older, I think. I'm not much of a drinker, and when I was in my early 20s that fascinated people that I went out with - they'd either be intent on making me drink, or finding out what my reasons were for not drinking, or they would take an attitude about it.

These days nobody remarks on it at all, maybe society has changed, but I think it's far more likely a result of the fact that we're older (:() and a little bit wiser.

As a person in college I can tell you that it definitely hasnt changed! I have a few friends who don't go out or drink and they get SO much **** for it and it annoys me so much . I don't understand why people are so intent on making other people drink. Like why not just enjoy it yourself and leave it at that!

cml387

Never mind all that sh!t, what was the name of the film?

brianregan09

cml387 wrote: »

Never mind all that sh!t, what was the name of the film?

Rather not say as its not out for a while

LeinsterDub

Is there an equivalent to Godwin for when someone uses the word Oirish?

maudgonner

wakka12 wrote: »

As a person in college I can tell you that it definitely hasnt changed! I have a few friends who don't go out or drink and they get SO much **** for it and it annoys me so much . I don't understand why people are so intent on making other people drink. Like why not just enjoy it yourself and leave it at that!

Sorry to hear that. On the plus side I don't feel so bad now about being (well) in my thirties.

Yey me!!

irelandrover

brianregan09 wrote: »

Well to be fair we all put money towards it and knew it was a private function room but didn't much else after that his own other half did most of the organizing , And I'll admit I even found it a little odd myself when I 1st went in as this was the 1st night like this i've ever experienced and I really enjoyed it

And yes I've no problem with drinkers at all , I just don't like that I'm ridiculed for enjoying something different that's what the crux of the post means really , maybe my relations and people in my girlfriends circle are the small minded ones , But I know one of my own best friends....is a polar opposite to me and he'd have the exact same reaction (haven't met him yet) he'd rip the piss out of me

An evening sitting around playing board games sounds like a quiet evening to me. If it was with a group of friends then i can see how it would be good fun. But it's something that would need to be with close friends as you are a small group sitting around a table for hours. Therefore I can see why it was a fantastic night for you but a boring night for your girlfriend.

stoplooklisten

Another thread, look at me I'm great I don't drink, not like the other scummers

ToddyDoody

A box social would have been better;

BOX SOCIAL
"Event where men bid on women's boxes anticipating a meal with the woman whose box it is. Generally the boxes are anonymous, so the men don't know which woman belongs to which box, nor what the box contains, the mystery and sometimes humorous results adding to the fun."

fergiesfolly

Frostybrew wrote: »

Whatever about Irish people being stuck in they're ways, I've always found that alcoholics tend to label anything that doesn't involve drinking as boring. They have a very subtle way of making you feel that doing anything non alcoholic is weird, and their way of doing things is the norm.

Just to clarify.
Are you suggesting that anyone who drinks is an alcoholic?
Because that's how its coming across to me.

tomwaterford

fergiesfolly wrote: »

Just to clarify.
Are you suggesting that anyone who drinks is an alcoholic?
Because that's how its coming across to me.

I read it as saying those who don't find activities/events not involving Alcohol boring as the hallmarks of alcoholics??

brianregan09

stoplooklisten wrote: »

Another thread, look at me I'm great I don't drink, not like the other scummers

I think you should follow you're username there because I never said (a) i didn't drink or (b) that people that do are scummy or anything like that,

rafatoni

I went to one of these doos before, not my cuppa. It drove me to the auld amber necter in fairness

For ever odd

Buy a pub, put a board game on each table, charge €20 for a bottle of beer, and €50 entrance fee.

You'll make a fortune!

beach_walker

Speedsie wrote: »

Told some work colleagues about a great night out at Funky Seomra. They couldn't understand an alcohol free night club for anyone over 18.

Someone said it might work, but you'd need to tank up first... 😵

http://www.dancefree.ie/

Tbh I find it odd. Why can't you just, y'know go out and not drink at regular clubs/late-bars/bars-with-live-acts? Having it enforced just seems a bit off. I mean fair enough if it's good, but the main selling points when a work colleague was describing it to me were 1) you don't need to drink (well I've often gone out without having alcohol so great...) and 2) there's loads of massage stations etc.... Yeah, sounds like a wild night. I mean not as much as Jenga and cards but apparently not being up for a night of that means we as a nation are alcos.

For Forks Sake

LeinsterDub wrote: »

Is there an equivalent to Godwin for when someone uses the word Oirish?

O'Godwin.

ToddyDoody wrote: »

A box social would have been better;

BOX SOCIAL
"Event where men bid on women's boxes anticipating a meal with the woman whose box it is. Generally the boxes are anonymous, so the men don't know which woman belongs to which box, nor what the box contains, the mystery and sometimes humorous results adding to the fun."

Now we're talking..