Did you lose friends when you stopped drinking alcohol or using drugs?

 

When i first went alcohol free and drug free, I stopped the patterns of bars and friends in that scene until I had gone to Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings and Narcotics Anonymous meetings for about 6 months, but no I never lost friends but it depends what you consider a friend. There were people who couldn’t accept that I could not drink in moderation and tried to convince me, but anyone who is your friend will support your choice to live a sober lifestyle. What I did find, however, was an incredible sober network I gained. I went to AA meetings near me and we typically went out after meetings and did all sorts of sober activities that I would never have dreamed of all the time I was with my drinking buddies. Living life on life's terms is pretty amazing as there are so many ways to find sober events and sober travel around the world. I wouldn't worry about losing friends as you will keep the ones who respect your choice to be alcohol free and meet sober people who become friends and supporters for a lifetime. I event started finding sober singles through a sober dating app and now, not only do I live an amazing sober lifestyle but I have found love in recovery!