Such a sad lonely day today. Another weekend sober while friends be boozing their lifes away....

MisterBander · Best Comment

That is great you have control over it. You can still hang out with them if you don't mind drunks. Be the designated driver. Drink soda water.

CountScrofula · 41-45, M

That's hard, particularly when all your friends are drinking. Take pride in your strength though and what that means for you going forwards.

I'm in northern Alberta and there's a lot of alcoholism here and in my family too. I love booze but I have to put some stiff rules on myself so I dont' turn out like so many.

bert199 · 51-55, M

It takes time but remember, a lot has to change in your life. New friends, new hobbies new ways to spend your time. I know you miss your friends. But were they helping you become sober or part of the problem? You’re going places. Keep marching forward and keep busy with new things. You got this.

LoneGirl97 · 26-30, F

I left people because they drink or having alcoholic friends and because I been disrespected by a guy who used to drink every weekend I don’t accept dating anyone like that. God is it difficult when it is the socially acceptable and encouraged thing to do. If you manage to not resent them I applaud you.

RockinPop54 · M

I am a recovering alcoholic. Take it from me, every day is a struggle, but each day gets a little easier. In a while you won't even consciously remember that you ever got drunk.
I'm 48 years sober.
A million drinks would never be enough, but that first one would be too many.

Muthafukajones · 46-50, M

You need new friends who have fun without alcohol. There are lots of people out there like that. You need to find some of them.

PhantomMagic88 · 36-40, M

I know the temptation can be rough, but you keep going. You will thank yourself one day that you got a much better and healthier life now :)

whowasthatmaskedman · 70-79, M

Smart move. You know old friends can lead to old habits and thats not you any more..😷

smiler2012 · 61-69

@Sunch74 🤔keep up the good work you are showing a lot of courage and determination not to give into temptation despite your friends

BrandNewMan · 61-69, M

Stay your course. The moments of enjoyment arent worth the impact if it causes you to skid out of control.

Wayne91 · 31-35, M

When you say “lonely” here, your inbox is likely to be flooded lol

Girlyfriendcollecting · F

Good dont drink

CreyvinMoorhead · 36-40, M

boozing Fun 🤨