Ahem... Chandra.
What if the A in your life was to say to you "I was never the type to stay sober." ???? You would, perhaps, raise your eyebrows a tad? Recovery involves breaking old habits that do not serve. It's not always easy. Sometimes you have to MAKE yourself do a fun or entertaining thing. I am not kidding in the least. I had to MAKE myself commit to going out with friends once a week. Doesn't sound like a thing that would be tough, does it? Now I'm quite used to it and would rather not do without.
Saying "I am not the type..." is the same as saying "my habits are...". Nothing changes if nothing changes.
Hugs,
Smoke