Gosh,
I hate that lame feeling, it colours everything I do. Yesterday afternoon I felt like screaming, well I did raise my voice somewhat, I was so bored with what I was doing, it is part of my job I really had a strong desire to have a drink to stop the feeling. I even said to myself when this is over you can have a drink, by that time, thank God, the feeling had passed.
This morning thinking about what happened yesterday, I realize these feelings of boredom are very dangerous for me and if they continue I will drink. So now I am looking at what I can do differently. I have to be more "present" in my job. I think I am slacking off and I know it. When I do give of myself, I enjoy the job so much more. This I can change.
I agree with the other posters you need to find some other outlets you enjoy, is it possible to find a recovery group of like minded people who like to get out and about without drinking? Good thread.
All the best,
CaiHong