First time posting. I am 10 1/2 months AF. I was a weekend binge drinker. I feel so much better in every single way not drinking. I have read This Naked Mind so many times and it seems each time I read it I understand it more and more. I had a year goal, which I WILL hit on July 29th. I have days when I think about how great I feel and how much I’ve learned about so many aspects of my life, not just drinking, then I think about moderation. Could I do it? Have a drink here or there? Parts of me thinks I could not and parts of me thinks I could. I think about this alot, am I alone in this thinking? Also, I dont have any sober friends. ALL my friends drink and I have definitely felt left out at times and I wonder if that why I think about having a future drink again. Idk im babbling, thanks for listening.
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Your transparency is valued here for one, and second it’s something we all feel at some point.
When everyone around you still drinks, those “what if” thoughts creep in. That doesn’t mean you’re going to give in.
You’ve come this far for a reason. We’re here walking through it with you
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What I've learned is that people who don't have a problem with drugs/alcohol don't question themselves. Maybe hang out where the sober people are.
Thank you🥹
My separation from friends who drink and my bad routines has been key to my improvement and sobriety.
Thanks for sharing! Do you have sober social things like the gym, or church?