I started doing things that I liked to do when I was a teenager BEFORE the drinking took over. I'm naturally a very creative person but over the past ten years, I've been stifling my creativity. I started doing crafty things again like murals, photography, and writing.
I know how to feel about having your life revolve around drinking activities. I was in the same boat and all of my friends wanted to continue with drinking activities. I had to recreate my social life completely and although it's taken some time, I feel very busy and fulfilled. I go to a lot if meetings and have met new friends there. We go to plays, movies, concerts, out to dinner, or work out. There are museums, walks outside, continuing education classes, reading, all sorts of productive things to occupy your mind and stay connected. Just took some mind stretching to branch out from what I was used to. Being sober does not have to equal boredom!