It’s Friday night and the struggle is real!

Recovery
#1

It’s Friday night and the struggle is real but I’m staying focused!!!! :raised_hands:t2::pray:t3:

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#2

You can do it.:slightly_smiling_face: Days of ritualistic behavior can be a pain in the limbic system.

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#3

I hear ya!!! Stay strong :v:t2:

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#5

Keep that focus on your sobriety!!!!

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#6

Same. Have been feeling really good lately but got some strong cravings tonight. Not so much for the alcohol but just to go OUT. Finally with the pandemic restrictions lifting, I just want to go party.

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#7

I was really wanting wine… I cracked open the n/a wine and it did the job for me :raised_hands:t2: I am very new to this and have not been out in a long time but I can imagine eventually I am going to want to be back out in the scene. I will not do it until I am strong enough in my sobriety tho! Maybe try to put on some really loud music and dance?! :woman_shrugging:t3:

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#8

Totally! I had some sweets and got lost in a book. Was asleep by 11. And woke up this morning feeling fresh and ready for the weekend…very different than a hangover. I like the idea of putting on music and dancing! I think I’ll host a little dance party with my daughters tonight.

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#9

Wishing you a happy Saturday, A :blush:

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#10

Don’t let the weekend fever get you! It’s worth it to stay sober.

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#11

Same, I feel like my social life is over

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#12

I’m doing good! 5 days!! :raised_hands:t2: :pray:t3:

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#13

Just keep busy! I started diamond painting and it’s super fun and you feel so accomplished when you complete one :heart:

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#14

Happy Sunday. Hope today is wonderful

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#15

Long term solution: a regular Friday night meeting with a group that dines together afterwards. Perfect way to start the weekend.

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#16

That sounds cool! I’ll check it out :slight_smile:

#17

Do what I do go out with your friends and the designated driver and make fun of them when they are drunk

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#18

I think social life will look very different. No over, just different. My friendships around booze were barely friendships - realizing now that what seemed like depth was actually shared addiction.

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#19

I’m realizing that as well. Good point. Just need to look at things differently. It’s definitely a reason to make new friends and meet new ppl.

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#20

For sure! Sober people are out there! We just didn’t meet them yet cause we were busy drinking. :crazy_face:

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