I hope someone can relate to this ,I'm so tired of hearing how proud everyone is and im so strong and well i still get in my feelings and get lonely cuz your friends are friends from a distance now.Im still me just without the habits and addiction. I need to have people in my life,i love being around and maing new friends ,but i also cherish my old ones the ones who saw my worst and still held me up.Memories are precious ,but you can also get hurt in them too. I just want to live happy ,clean,and start enjoying my new life..I just dont know how anymore.
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I understand, i feel the same way.
Have you looked on google or even Facebook for any groups in your area that meet up and plan activities? I am in DFW and know of plenty of groups (sober and non) around here that plan events that are not centered around drinking. I’ve seen travel groups, hiking groups, hobby, etc. There is even a local group in my city that meet up for breakfast every Saturday and any/all are welcome (they go to the city’s Facebook page and post there). I’m sure if you look around you’ll be able to find something!
Most of my "friends" were actually other addicts. It seems like once you clean yourself up, you lose so many people. I know that's needed, but, like you said, it's lonely.