You're doing well. I have a friend that's almost 70 who is finally starting her sober life from off and on use since her teen years. There's another lady in my recovery groups that's 43 and finally starting her sober journey from drugs started at age 9. My drinking addiction off and on for the last 20 years, and I'm 42. You got this. Stay strong. There's a lot of people who are struggling. You're not alone. We're here for you. 
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I also live in a men's halfway house. People are going to talk stuff about other people. That's just how it is. Take it 1 day at a time. You don't have to stay there forever.
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The number one thing I have to remind myself daily. I can Not control people places or things. It’s none of my business what others think of me or do. I have to just keep my side of the street clean. I know the last time I was in treatment (2 1/2 years ago) there was this one guy in particular drove crazy because he was so jail house mentally. With a lot of prayer and meditation to ask god to help me have more understanding I came to have more compassion and understanding for him. I was able to see him as a person no better than myself. I saw much improvement in him as well as myself
“healing “.
Maybe 
learning that I’m not running the show. Nor do I want to.
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Thank you for that, it has helped me already! I appreciate it A Lot!
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Years ago, even before my drinking days, I heard a saying that kinda stuck with me……” If they’re talking about me, they’re leaving someone else alone.” I don’t like or participate in gossip, so it doesn’t matter to me. And truth be known, women are the worst. Hold your head high. You have the best friend out there; God. 
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You can do this, you are much stronger than you think. God is with you, and I am praying for you.
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Don’t leave on account of others. It may be 100 times worse. Boundaries, distract yourself, focus on you and soon you’ll be out and into your own home. Positive thinking. It changes, I’ve been there
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I was also homeless for a decade- it's all new to you but you'll get a grip on it and succeed. You did the right thing that night. Keep up the good work!
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Don't leave. You have a place now that's better than being on the street. Keep your head up and stay strong
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It's never too late! Welcome home, you are right on time 
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Thank you, I am still here, they're still a pain in my a**
, on the daily sometimes! some things never change, but I'm in a much better place now because of it, and bc of the support from others like yourself, so thank you! It's when they stop talking.. as the saying goes..... I realize that I'm an easier target at times for varying reasons. The fact that I've remained calm & not reverted back to old behaviors that would get me kicked out or arrested ...is great for me! Hasn't been easy. But, nothing in life worth fighting for IMO is meant to be easy....TY for your support! Have A Great Weekend!
Smart choice. "Take the best, and leave the rest."
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You my friend ...have got this!! I have faith in you...I'm 56 and am clean 30 days tomorrow...we know the life we're leaving behind...our future is going to be amazing ..
Hang on to it and trust your higher power!! 
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I'm so proud of you for not leaving. Trust I know the feeling, I've been there. You are doing a Awesome Job 
keep up the good work . I will pray for you
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Keep up the good work you’re probably now starting to feel how good sobriety is -  one day at a time. Glad you are taking care of yourself.
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Why don't you get in and do some gossiping and familiarize yourself for being around people stop being hard on yourself but just relax you can't get sober by yourself so mixing and mingle you trying to break old habits
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Thank you all! I truly appreciate the support! It's been very helpful, and I am happy I've stuck it out!
TY, I am used to isolating and being by myself. It's safer for me usually all around and more comfortable. I ventured out when I first got here in April, and reverted back to old habits of keeping just to myself. Now I am venturing out more & trying not to take things personally, or getting upset when others misunderstand me. Who cares, really.....just myself in the long run & this was only hurting myself, I see now. TY......