Hello everyone just trying this out. Change can be a scary thing especially if we are so used to just going to the bar after work. So I’m just seeing if anyone has any suggestions. I guess it’s like if we want to stay relevant we have to go to bars and such but it’s can be a tough lifestyle. But it’s better if we can be sober together. Anyone else in Jacksonville Florida here?
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That’s the problem with our world. Everything social revolves around alcohol… it’s the only drug you have to apologize for not using. Brian, forget the social scene and focus on sobriety. Attend some meetings AA or other types of support meetings
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Yes your definitely right it’s crazy how it happens , and it seems everyone drinks or smokes so it’s like you don’t matter if you don’t do those things ..absolutely crazy
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As a chef. Evvvveryone drinks in my circles. I know it’s different for everyone but I still go out to the bars but a little less and I always have a plan, for instance, I’ll go to a bar where I know people that are aware of my situation, and I’m lucky enough that I have friends who would smack me if they saw me drinking. I always keep a club soda with lime in my hand to keep me busy.
Also. I have had friends say “I’m allergic to alcohol”. To get out of awkward situations. I personally just say “nah I don’t drink” and no one ever seems to press the issue.
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I agree ..I’m a waiter here and being us in the service industry, what most do is drink or what after work so it makes it difficult. But hey it’s definitely a change , I think maybe also going to a gym beach or things activities like that can help , finding a difference vice than just alcohol.