Hi Austen,
welcome to SR. Time on our hands can really be one of the hardest things. But if you want to think more clearly and be productive then those a huge reasons to stay away from alcohol - it just keeps you stagnant. I'm finding it is really good to keep myself busy - I've been writing a lot of music (im a musician), going to the gym, seeing old friends, going on walks, etc.... just being busy. I wish you all the best and there is always SR to help fill your time
