I have this overwhelming feeling of loneliness, like I am missing connection with people. I live in New York City and have been feeling so lonely since quitting drinking again. It’s like, the drink was my constant companion. I am craving connection with people my age, but am nervous to go to in person meetings. I’m not sure what I’m afraid of- to look like the new guy I guess?
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We've all felt that way about going to that first meeting it's completely normal! Just gotta get that 20 seconds of courage and walk inside. I know all about that fear as I'm sitting in the car wondering what I'm doing there. Walking inside changed my life bro. It's not for everybody but I definitely recommend giving it a try! What do you have to lose? Keep a open mind and take a chance. It just might change your life. Best of luck.
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I’ve been the new girl for the past four days. Went to 9 meetings already and a BBQ because I need to stay sober. Go to the meetings. Do it for you. You will actually help the others too. They love us newbies 
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What is there to be afraid of? For being "the new guy"? Knock it off. Take your life seriously, and get your a$$ in the meetings. Get in there and tell them youd like to make the coffee once a week.
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Some of them have hybrid meetings. Do the online one and get to know some people while doing it virtually. Then when you go in person you’ll already know them
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You’re in a great position to have access to so many opportunities and people. Take it.
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So I went to the meeting and really hit off with a couple of people. Thank you all for the push!
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Excellent. Keep it up. Go to different meetings. Get a couple that you regularly hit, that you're comfortable at and then start to branch out to different meetings, don't get too comfortable.
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