My husband is almost 2 years sober, loves his NAs. Studies show NAs give similar relaxation as alcohol up to two drinks. After that the similarities wear off as alcoholic beverages start to intoxicate you. With the NAs he is able to unwind after work, get into the groove hanging with people who imbibe, etc. Everyone's addiction is different, but he's thriving and I'm so happy for us!

I feel the same way about quitting smoking and nicotine substitutes.

I agree it’s almost like snorting a line of sugar pretending it’s booger sugar