So this is really hard. I am constantly bored and keep wanting to go out. I don’t work since I retired young and all I had was gonna out to the bars. I need things to keep my time occupied I just end up going to bed way early so I’m up at like 3am. I kinda feel lost without drinking. I know it sounds dumb but I feel like my social life is gone since I didn’t do anything besides go out for a good time and all of my friends drink. I really don’t have anyone to talk to about trying to stay sober because I get the no one likes a quitter thing. I also get oh I bet you can’t even last a week I’ll see you on Thursday. It’s not helpful and since I’ve made it past 2 weeks I feel like I can go out but I try to remember why I am trying to quit in the first place. I have a panic disorder and drinking helps by the next day it makes it way worse. Since stopping I haven’t had but one. So I’m just here to talk if anyone wants…
that was me. still is kind of. For me, I had to become happy with my own company, and love myself. Do you have hobbies? Do you like the gym? AA meetings? You may not be out till bar time but you’ll get out and around others. I know of some AA people that get together outside the meetings to do activities not revolved around getting drunk. They even have parties. (I am still in search of this as well) but I know it exists. Just dont give up, it gets easier. Theres also an app called sober grid that can connect you with other sober peeps in your area. 
Thank you. Yeah I go to the gym I enjoy that but like you said it’s not a nighttime thing. Haven’t tried the AA meetings wasn’t sure if I should go or not. I’m more of a binge drinker I di6nt drink daily just a few times a week like every other day wasn’t sure if they wouldn’t accept me there since maybe they have bigger drinking issues. Although I think mine are pretty significant. I don’t know if that makes sense.
Certainly does. I completely undersatnd. But you eill find that there is something that can be learned and there are more people like you. Im still searching fort the “right” group but have enjoyed everyoneI have met this far. Im also not sure if AA is my main source of recovery but its definitely one too i need to explore for success. (for me)
I might try one. There is a group near my house. Maybe I’ll meet some people who can be more supportive than my friends I currently have
Im sure you can. I just keep trying new ones and like with anything else, when its right you will know. Feel free to msg me too. Im pretty new and am no expert but am always looking for sober friends that understand how this struggle is too!
I’m only 7 days and feeling this really hard right now- I’m afraid I already planted the seed of relapse 
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I understand I keep thinking of rewarding myself with one night out…but I talk myself out of it. I am seriously trying to stay on track. I’m sure you can. Staying positive is so hard but the most you can do is try.
Thank you for sharing your vulnerability… today is tough! I have people drinking all around me but I find solace in this app of all places… (hugs)
I dealt with my bf drinking next to me all weekend. I totally understand. Plus I have 3 cases of beer in my garage that calls to me constantly.