ANewDayNYC

I’m new to this forum and I would like to stay sober. I have lasted one week which I feel is a good start. Fridays are by far the hardest day for me. Part of me wants to go out, but I know doing this is for the best. My temptation is strongest on Friday when I finish work and I walk by all the bars and restaurants and everybody seems like they are having fun. It is hard to just keep walking.

neferkamichael

ANewDayNYC, first week sober? You are FANTASTIC. Congratulations.

Dee74

Hi ANewDay - you'll find a lot of support here

Everybody might be having fun - but drinking became anything but fun for me - I suspect it's that way for you too?

There's other healthier ways to have fun, even if it means making some lifestyle changes

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ANewDayNYC

Thank you for the encouragement – I feel alcohol is interfering with the life I want to live, and I am going to give being sober my best shot.

I feel safe when I am in my room, the temptation is very strong when I am outside near bars. I will just remind myself that its not worth it.

SnwFlower

Welcome to SR! Congrats on your decision to be sober. Giving up alcohol is honestly the best decision I've ever made, and this place has helped me a great deal. You'll find lots of great support and encouragement here.

Nuudawn

Welcome. So you came and partied with us instead. Awesome. Hope to see you round the hood

I'm closing in on two weeks....it's nice to feel some semblance of control.

Greensleeves

Welcome, ANewDay! I'm glad you've joined us. You'll find lots of support here, and friends to cheer you as you cruise right on by those bars. SR has certainly helped me, and I hope you'll find it helpful too.

Lifebeginsat41

Welcome ANewDay - congratulations of your week sober - that is fantastic!

If you go to the newcomers daily support threads and find 'class of June' all us June sober newbies are supporting each other, as well as on individual threads as well.

Keep strong and give yourself huge respect for ignoring your trigger.