Dating Sober

I don’t know Dan I have met people but have not had a date. I guess when I’m ready God will provide. Meanwhile I am just hanging on for the ride. They say anything you put before your program will be the first thing you lose.

Great question!

I know that feeling also,I will have 25 years on February 28 and I am finding it really hard to date,I have tried online dating and all I find is women asking me for money

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Honestly, it was rough at first, but once you start owning your recovery and truly love yourself it’s been almost easier to go on dates than when I was drinking.

I can’t speak for anyone else, especially women, but you’d be surprised at how many people find doing something out of the ordinary more fun and memorable than drinks at a bar.

My go-to: I suggest bowling, an art museum (I’m a member of the Whitney so free admission) or exploring a new park if the weather cooperates. In my experience not drinking is a green flag not a red one and going on a fun, different first date is refreshing for everyone sick of the usual cocktails and small talk . And when it comes to opening up, I simply say living clean is a lifestyle choice that allows me to be my best self. It’s technically true, doesn’t carry the stigma of addiction, and again is a green flag.

Most importantly: don’t force it. Companionship that comes out of desperation never works out. You’ll be surprised at where and when and how you meet someone who could become a long-term partner!

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Just put yourself in social situations. It’s a numbers game. Don’t ask 1 person out, ask 20. Don’t take rejection personally; it’s more about them and their standards than you. Look around you. If you really want a partner or spouse, it’s not a difficult task!

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I am meet people online

I haven't been single since before i joined Loosid (so i haven't tried this). I saw they have a dating tab in the app. Is that a thing?

I’ve been going to AA classes every day for the past two weeks and I have met a lot of like minded people and actually went out on a good date two nights ago. I meet people at the gym.

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They do but it is really not good.

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Like…. Awful :joy:

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For sure, I was being nice lol

:joy::joy: so was I, you were just being reeeaaalllyyy nice :joy:

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Church sponsored mixers. Good place and they never serve alcohol

God’s plan, it will happen when it’s time.

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What do u mean? The dating part is not that good?

I’m just trying it and I think I see what y’all are talkin about lol

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Well you can’t read people’s profiles, you don’t know where they are located and I don’t think anyone goes on it anymore

Shitty

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I was all excited

Amen :yellow_heart: :pray:t4:

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