Learn Bisaya lesson #234: “Ayaw pag hubog!”

This is what I look like when im NOT drunk. One can only imagine how the world would be like when I am. It isn’t pretty.

“Ayaw pag hubog ha” was something my mom always used to yell at me before I went out with friends. It means “don’t get drunk!”

She conditioned me real well and thanks to her (and several hangovers) i’ve decided to go on a temporary drought, even when im going out with friends who drink. Clubs however are a bit more difficult, especially when you’re supposed to be out having fun getting wasted.  Luckily, I figured out a few ways to stay away from alcohol when I wanted to, which saved me money at the club and water at the toilet bowl.

1. Enjoy cheap, non-alcoholic drinks. Shirley Temples are a biggie (7-Up + Grenadine) and they look like vodka crans so at least you look like you’re drinking. Plus they go no more than $4 in some bars and clubs where they charge $10 per shot!
2. Smile and talk. A lot! Its kinda tough for me to get a “natural high” sometimes, but if im out with close friends it isn’t so hard. Especially when you’re smiling ear-to-ear and talking about random things to drunk people. Its a blast!
3. Complement people. Telling a friend that they look freaking gorgeous transmits more of that “natural high” to others and yourself. Do it to strangers too, its the perfect ice breaker. There’s nothing like giving good vibes to other folks and then getting it back.

Those are the top 3 that work for me every time. Just stay happy and give “happy” for that natural high and you’ll be good to go the next morning, hangover excluded. If a friend keeps pushing you to drink, tell them to buy. Hey, its free and they usually don’t buy you another lol.

Thanks mom! Di na ko mo hubog =)