How do you give up drinking when all your friends drink?
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How do you give up drinking when all your friends drink?
Our top suggestions for staying sober around drinkers include:
- Be honest: Explain to your friends that you want to stop drinking and that sometimes, it’s hard to avoid temptation.
- Confide in someone close to you: Having a supportive friend or family member on call for those difficult situations is crucial.
How do you tell your friends you don’t drink anymore?
Keep It Simple With some friends, you might feel comfortable having an open, honest conversation about your sobriety. With others, it’s fine to keep it simple: “I’ve decided to cut back on alcohol,” or, “I’m not going to drink anymore.” People may press you for more information, but don’t feel obligated to provide it.
Do you lose friends when you stop drinking?
Your friendships may change as you change your drinking, and you might decide not to see some friends as much as before. But don’t let worry hold you back from doing what’s right for you. You’ll make new friends along the way, and many of your friends will be happy to support you.
How can I have a social life without drinking?
8 Ways to Be Social Without Drinking
- Adopt your own signature non-alcoholic drink.
- Have an excuse ready.
- Be the designated driver.
- Go for coffee or lunch.
- Try more engaging activities.
- Focus on what you have rather than what you’re missing.
- Go to meetings.
- Volunteer.
How can I have fun going out without drinking?
4 Ways You Can Have Fun Without Alcohol
- Start by Working on Your Mindset. Your addiction has made you feel like you’ve been conditioned to automatically link fun to alcohol.
- Participate in Activities You Liked Growing Up.
- Find a Sober Friend to Hang Out With.
- Find a Creative Outlet.
What to say if you dont want to drink?
Simple statements could include:
- “I’m driving.”
- “I don’t drink.”
- “I want to keep a clear head.”
- “It makes me sick.”
- “I’m too busy to be hungover tomorrow.”
- “I have more fun sober.”
- “I’m in recovery.”
Does a friendship end when you stop drinking alcohol?
If all you have in common is drinking, the friendship will end. But if there is a deeper connection there, a sincere and caring relationship, the friendship might change a little, but it won’t end. I’m still really, really good friends with a girl who I used to party with.
How do I stop drinking alcohol?
So make a list. Keep it in your purse, on your phone – somewhere you can access it easily. Only you know why you’re trying to stop drinking. Don’t let yourself be derailed by a friend who only knows half the story. Get some perspective. We live in a very boozy world.
How do I get Over my fear of alcohol?
Picture yourself arriving at the party, getting a non-alcoholic beverage, eating appetizers, and steering clear of the bar area. Focus on conversations and catching up with friends, not your desire to drink. Have the phone number of a supportive, sober friend to call if you feel tempted.
How can I get my spouse to stop drinking alcohol?
Whenever possible, ask a friend or relative to attend a social event with you sober. Alternately, invite another recovering alcoholic. “Many spouses or partners will voluntarily stop drinking,” Willenbring says. “I don’t think it’s fair to require it, but there’s nothing wrong with asking.”