Hello everyone,
This is my very first post and I want to use this thread as a kind of log as such. I know there will be times that prove tougher than others, so I want to be able to look back and of course have discussions with others who may be going / have gone through this process.
For me drinking has always been a social tool and residing in the UK it’s definitely a huge part of the culture I would say (especially 20s / early 30s). Thankfully I’ve never had any addiction issues, but my problems lie with the sheer amount I drink once I go out. It’s an all or nothing kind of mentality and this has seen me get into so many situations that I’m not proud of and quite frankly i’m embarrassed and I’m absolutely sick of it.
After nights of heavy drinking I get incredibly emotional and find it hard to cope. I’ve decided to try and do what I’ve always said I would and stop drinking for my mental health.
My biggest challenge I think will be the fact that I’ve just moved into new accommodation with flat mates (Who are lovely) but definitely will want to be having drinks regularly alongside being the only person in my friend group who doesn’t have a long term partner. I just fear it’s going to be incredibly difficult to meet / socialise without feeling left out slightly or people thinking you’re strange etc.
But anyways, here’s to day one! - So let the journey commence. 