I am almost 3 years sober, and I still struggle with a social life. Maybe booze was just so embedded in my life that i cant learn new social skills.
I have hobbies, but I am mostly alone now.
This must be part of the price I am paying for all the stuff I did when I was a fall down drunk.
One day at a time....
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Steven, I learned that when I built my new life, I learned social skills without booze or drugs. It took a minute for sure. The good news is that I learned that I wanted to have real friends who are higher in consciousness and not high on drugs. These relationships are more meaningful and pleasant.
There are plenty of us here and in the rooms of AA/NA etc., on the same road. I’ll friend request you now. I’m here if you want to talk.
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Im in the same boat ,I dont have much of a social life ,but I do have a solid routine and a strong foundation, stay aligned and your tribe will find you
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Isolation is common in recovery for many, many people. I buried myself in nothing but work for several years before I finally got fed up. Find a good group or church or both and start there, good luck
Hi Steven.
I'm going on 5 years sober and have an up and down social life. During the warm months, I'm definitely more comfortable being social. I've learned that I'm ok with being alone but have to be mindful of purposeful isolation and enjoying alone time.
I continue to learn about myself all the time. It's ok to spend time alone but if we're avoiding the social part of natural life, sharing that feeling is the first step to taking the power away. Reach out if you want to chat privately. You got this 
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How about the gym?
Same here sometimes. Sober life can feel isolating it's then we have to push ourselves to connect with others. That's why I love the LOOSID community so much.
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