Sobriety as a gift. A new perspective

[on my way]

Sobriety as a gift. A new perspective

thnx Det, I kinda like being able to say no thanks and be a watcher.

[momof3]

Sobriety as a gift. A new perspective

Thanks Det,

When I stopped drinking, I was petrified of going out socially where there would be drinking. As a matter of fact, I just decided to avoid it all together. I soon realized that no one cared that I wasn't drinking except for me. And, as Brit pointed out, I became aware of how many people were not drinking anyhow (or drinking very little which is a novel concept for me).

Anyhow, I love thinking that my nondrinking can be a contribution/gift to others who may be struggling to.

Be well,
M03

[A Work in Progress]

Sobriety as a gift. A new perspective

Det, that's a great perspective. It reminds me of the wonderful Ghandi quote:

"Be the change you want to see in the world."

If I want to be in a world (even my own little corner of the world) that is not filled with a lot of alcohol consumption... part of getting there is to start with myself, and take that out into the world, as well!

wip

[rubywillow]

Sobriety as a gift. A new perspective

I know I have an (O.K. MUCH) older perspective on the social scene than most others, but to me, the man who is sober in the midst of mayhem stands taller, looks wiser. The woman, more graceful, more mysterious, more unattainable. Aren't these standards we would rather have than 'party animal'??

[startingover]

Sobriety as a gift. A new perspective

I totally agree with you Rubes. But for me going out was always a nerve wracking process and I thought I needed a drink to get through it.