Thanks for your suggestion. I’m definitely going to get myself into those meetings. Right now, I’m on naltrexone and it’s taking my energy out of me so all I do is come home and relax. My solution is to sleep more at night so I can go to the meetings after workx
1 Like
I went to two meetings today because I just needed to be surrounded by people. It was more spiritual than usual, and a lot more laughter than usual. It was exactly what I needed. The loneliness thing is grueling, especially as I navigate a painful divorce. So, I feel you.
3 Likes
I hope things get easier!!
Find some activity groups on social media that are sober.
1 Like
Pretty cool. I’m old enough to be your mom but I’m a good sober and clean friend. 
2 Likes
Maybe, you need to be alone to heal for a bit. To build up strength. Not all loneliness is bad. I am in your situation. I just stay home and find something to do. Cook, Clean, watch tv. Pray, pray for revelation on the next step. I login here often to read people's progress and it motivates me. We are all virtual, but you have a community in all of us. This too shall pass.
4 Likes
Hey, I can totally relate to this post. I just got home from 2 months in treatment and I feel like I have the plague. All of my "friends" are party people as well and I almost feel they would rather do that than have me around. You can shoot me a message to vent or just talk if ya want and I'll listen. I could use some support myself. I wish you all the best. 
1 Like
Yeah it's hard, I've pretty much become a loner. And it's screwed up my mental health so bad
I appreciate u sharing this. I shelter myself tremendously too I’m glad I’m not the only one. It’s a scary world and getting this far on my sobriety I don’t want to slip. I fully understand
If you have instagram there is an account “sobercitymovement” there are groups all around the states that have fun activities. There is a “soberindallas” account that’s closest to you based on your profile. They might also know of other groups in the area. Otherwise everyone else’s suggestions are wonderful 
all the best and you got this!
1 Like
No you’re definitely not alone. I’m hoping I get to the point where I feel comfortable being around it. I keep hearing that loneliness is a sign of growth in this process.
2 Likes
Love this! Thank you so much!
I feel the same way girl, would love to connect!
How is naltrexone? My doc put me on it but I’ve never taken it
Also yes, sobriety is lonely at first, but for me, I’d rather be alone then be out and tempted to drink.
Amen!!!!! I wish we all lived down the street from each other…. I too just want to hang out with sober people like I would with normies shooting the sht, watching the game … etc
AA for me. Meetings sponsor and the steps 
Nothing wrong with being around family and friends. Hang out long enough so you can watch all the personality changes while you are sober. After a couple times of that. You will know when to make and exit 30 40min before that time takes place.
You’re definitely not alone. Hope things get better.
Shelby, I posted something similar last week and received a lot of good input. I think this is a common problem for so many of us. It’s my biggest struggle, I look forward to AA meetings just to be around people, and I’d like a life outside AA also. I’m slowly finding new things but it takes time. Best wishes.
1 Like