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Alcoholism is the continued consumption of alcoholic beverages, even when it is negatively affecting your health, work, relationships and life. If you think alcohol is causing you to lose control, it's time to seek help. Our group is a safe place to vent, check in, get back up if you fall, and reach sobriety.
I thought this was pretty good regarding reoccurring relapsing. Seems like that is a very common problem expressed on this discussion board.
http://alcoholmastery.com/alcoholic-relapse-every-two-weeks/
I for one have not had much of a problem socializing with my drinking friends. It seems as though I am almost wearing my sobriety as a badge of courage, without trying to preach the gospel of sobriety at any time. If asked, I do say that I just feel much better now that I don't drink any alcohol, but I pretty much leave it at that. Many of my friends and family have commented on how much healthier I look and I feel more confident in social interactions as well. All good.
http://alcoholmastery.com/alcoholic-relapse-every-two-weeks/
I for one have not had much of a problem socializing with my drinking friends. It seems as though I am almost wearing my sobriety as a badge of courage, without trying to preach the gospel of sobriety at any time. If asked, I do say that I just feel much better now that I don't drink any alcohol, but I pretty much leave it at that. Many of my friends and family have commented on how much healthier I look and I feel more confident in social interactions as well. All good.
Magpie2
Thanks for sharing this. Every little bit of wisdom helps.
1is2many
Change playmates and play places. 1-2
buckstag
Or change nothing except your perspective and attitude. You must get beyond other people drinking around you. You are the normal one, not them. You don't need the alcohol for a social crutch, they do.
Egwene
Wow thanks for that perspective BuckStag - I can't believe I had never considered it before! That is so true!
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