ArtFriend

In my newly found sobriety, I feel like my personality has changed...for the better! I have never been a very outgoing person and when I drank I had a false bravado and liquid courage. So after quitting, I thought I would revert to the same introverted soul I once was. But I find that I have become much more friendly and outgoing. I am far from a social butterfly, but I feel more "settled in my skin" and not so fearful.

Anyone else have this happen to them?

Bmac

Same here! And my sense of humor came back ten fold....whether that is a good thing is still up for debate.

Soberwolf

Good stuff Art

Anna

Yes, I definitely felt more comfortable in my own skin, for the first time in my life. Recovery is awesome!

SoberLeigh

Recovery rocks in so many ways. The realization that we are good, fine and worthwhile just the way we ARE is just the beginning!!!!!

PurpleKnight

Yeap, Sobriety just keeps on giving!!

Trees39

I find this too.. Was out the other night, those not drinking at the table and those that had one drink (will never be me) were a pleasure to be around. I caught myself laughing out loud, having good conversation and fun.

The few that were drinking (glass after glass after glass) ... Surly after a while , repeating themselves and slurring....

Knowing when it's time to go home, driving home in the dark sober - a rush!!
(65 days)

Hevyn

Yes - I had it happen too ArtFriend. It was the last thing I was expecting. I thought alcohol was helping me to be more relaxed, but I sort of withdrew as I grew more dependent on it. It feels great to be part of the human race once again.

Good discussion - thanks AF.