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Old 09-09-2013, 04:48 PM
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longbeachone
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It sounds like you are lonely and bored on weekends, so you drink to fill time. You've got a good job, that's great. You've admitted that alcohol is a problem, and that's an important first step. Now it's time to break out of your shell. Start adding things, a little at a time, to fill up your weekends. Celebrate Recovery is a wonderful group that usually meets on Friday night's. It is a Christian 12 Step, but meetings are fun, as well as helpful. I love it and always look forward to spending my Friday night there. What about volunteering at a food bank or shelter? Do you have a pet? It's simple, but a dog can get you out on walks, to obedience classes, to a dog park. A bike club, hiking club... I'm sure that when you put your mind to it, you can think of a few things that appeal to you. I know in recovery sometimes the last thing you want to do is be Miss Social Butterfly, but just a few scheduled weekend activities could make a big difference, and help you meet some people, too!
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