Anyone else finding that the hardest part of sobriety isn’t quitting alcohol, but rebuilding a social life? Would love to connect with people who get it.
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Welcome, Rob. You’re in the right place for that. And yes, rebuilding a social life was challenging but as I kept pushing my boundaries it got easier. Glad you reached out.
Definitely harder cuz I can't personally go back to the drinking world and not drink so I'm way more comfortable and have way more fun when I'm hanging out with sober people. I'm also in Tennessee which I don't fit into it all looking to get out when I sell my house lol
Rob, merry Christmas. Built my new social life by going to lots meetings and getting numbers from sober folks I admired. Also gave my number to newcomers and actually texted or called them.
Lots of service gave me the opportunity to know good people. It was new adventures that had deeper purpose.
I’m here if you want to talk or have any questions
Part of rebuilding your life may be letting go of some of the things you once did.
That may include some of the people that made things harder for you.
Sometimes being alone is tough, especially during the holidays.
But it also gives one the space to work on themselves.
To share and care for those like you.
Understanding that sometimes loneliness is where change can happen within yourself.
And I get that is easier said than done many days. I struggle with it too.
There are many sober/clean activities out there.