Where Do You Hangout At Now, Since You Stopped Drinking?

[JodyGirl]

Since I quit drinking, I don't really go to bars/lounges/pubs/taverns anymore. Now I normally, I like going to coffee houses or to a restuarant to eat a great lunch nowadays.

Since you quit drinking where do you hangout now for entertainment or just to be around people?

 

[YoDude]

I am assuming you stopped drinking because it became an issue, you aren't going to have much fun going to bars now because everyone else will be intoxicated and you will feel left out (even if that setting does not tempt you).

There are usually active 'Singles' ministries at the larger churches, they may have a core group that meets regularly with excellent praise/sing/worship events. Consider your trouble with alcohol and subsequent change in lifestyle your own personal 'sanctification' (separation), boast in your weakness, because it may be leading you to a closer relationship. You don't have to leave all your old friends behind, just separate when they are out at the bars, and your new friends will become a source of strength since they will understand your struggles. Take care.

 

[madison1101]

I never went to bars, or drank in public, so socializing has not been an issue for me.

I socialize with people I meet in AA meetings, and hang out with them. I also hang out with friends from church, and visit them in their homes, or have them over. I also participate in knitting/craft groups on a regular basis. During nice weather, I take my dog to dog parks and take long walks at parks, and picnic with friends and family. Hanging out at book stores, like Barnes and Noble, and having coffee with a friend is also nice. The possibilities to socialize are endless. Take a class at night school, or college. Or, join a gym and take an exercise class.

Trish

 

[RuthD]

Since I quit drinking, I don't really go to bars/lounges/pubs/taverns anymore. Now I normally, I like going to coffee houses or to a restuarant to eat a great lunch nowadays.

Since you quit drinking where do you hangout now for entertainment or just to be around people?

I hang out at coffee shops and home for the moment. I am looking into support groups.

 

[BlessEwe]

I found a hobby instead which keeps me very busy, I could have never done that before while drinking because I would be tired from a hangover.