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From Temptation to Triumph: A Sober Perspective on Watching Others Indulge in Wine alcohol free drinks cravings friends friendship grief social stigma Feb 18, 2024

 

My husband and I went to City Winery for a 10,000 Maniacs show last night. After a comedy of errors in our dinner plans, we decided to eat at the venue. We did not want to be the first people at the show, so first, we enjoyed dinner in the adjoining restaurant. We got a cute little table...

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The Truth About Pretending to Drink When You're Sober friends friendship sober confidence social social stigma Feb 14, 2024

One thing that prevented me from addressing my complicated relationship with alcohol for so long was the fear of social stigma. I was also afraid to fail, but I was more afraid of success. If I quit drinking, then what? Then, actually, what? 

I would no longer fit into my social circles. I...

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What Nobody Tells You About Friendships in Sobriety friends friendship relationships self love social May 28, 2022

What happened to my friendships when I got sober?

 

Navigating friendships and finding people to support you in sobriety can be one of the most challenging parts of getting sober. 

 

How did my friendships change when I ditched the drink?

 

I lost people and it hurt.

 

I...

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