Did anyone else feel uncomfortable at gatherings after getting sober? The holidays have sucked.
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Yes it’s the addiction calling me back. It gets easier with time. We are allowed to leave if we are uncomfortable.One of the reasons I’ve drank was social awkwardness just for today my friend
It really was rough. I feel sad and meh.
Yeah man, it’s not just you. It sucks, but thankfully only a couple days. The only way I ever dealt with family was being wasted…. Honestly they are happy I’m sober but I enjoy their company much less. Hang in there dude. Still Xmas and New Years ahead. You got it.
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It took me a while but now I generally can maintain the peace and ease that I got from the drinking, without the drinking. I had to look what causes me to suffer and see what I could do to minimize or end it. After enough time invested in this exercise (lots of writing) I’m much further on the path of a natural peace that I can also share with others, including at the holiday table.
Yes! I seriously need some sober friends ASAP! Granted I'm doing this whole sober thing again for the 1st time In years, but this Thanksgiving was more rough than I thought it would be. Everyone at the table had a drink except me and they were all so excited talking about what they ordered, talking about what a rough week it was and how much they were looking forward to drinking. I felt like I was really missing out. I also somehow thought that I would be more immune to temptation this 2nd time around because I thought my drinking wasn't as bad as the 1st time I got sober. I was so wrong! I'm learning.
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I bet next time will be a little easier. Love you brother message anytime. As you continue to do the right thing forgiveness will come
How are you doing today Scott?
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I’m actually really good! You?
So far so good brother I am glad you’re well keep the faith