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Old 11-15-2014, 04:38 PM
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soberlicious
 
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When I started drinking again after 10 years, it wasn't because I went to a bar.
I was at home.

Since I quit for the final time (almost 8 years ago), I've been frequently been to bars and house parties and other places/situations where alcohol is flowing freely. For me, it has never, ever been an issue, even right after I quit. I know my opinion is not popular, but it's my experience so that's why I share it.

I am SO relieved to be out of the hell of being addicted. I love living life with no thought toward alcohol. I knew I was done when I was done, so it matters not where I go. I'm not a drinker, so it's never even a question. There will never be a reason for me to drink again. Ever.

I refuse to live in fear of places/people/situations somehow causing me to drink. I fought to get my freedom from addiction, so I'm not just going to hand it over to fear.
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