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Alcohol Quote by Dorothy Parker

“The best way to avoid a hangover is to stay drunk.” quote by Dorothy Parker
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“The best way to avoid a hangover is to stay drunk.”

Dorothy Parker

About This Quote

Source Quote: The New Yorker, 1935

Excessive drinking leads to worse outcomes; staying constantly intoxicated avoids hangovers but creates other problems.

In simple terms: Stay drunk to avoid hangovers.

Key Takeaway

Avoid hangovers by not drinking.

Themes

humor self‑destruction cautionary

Mood

wry ironic

Type

humorous cautionary

When to use this quote

  • party planning
  • health advice
  • personal limits

Key Concepts

addiction health social behavior

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is humor a useful tool to discuss addiction?
  • What healthier alternatives exist?
A Different Perspective

Encourages harmful behavior, ignores health risks.

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