How Do You Have Fun Without Drugs And Alcohol?
• Once an alcoholic always an alcoholic, do not hang out in bars. Being in a bar will just likely trigger that urge to drink. • Avoid old drinking or drug buddies. Yes, they are your friends, or so you think. If they really are your friends, they will be respectful of your choice to change your lifestyle and will be there for you in the end. • Enjoy the little and big events of life. Take up exercise or outdoor sports, such as rock climbing. You will then start to feel the natural highs that the body can enjoy. • Be a designated driver. You are keeping your friends safe and out of trouble this way – this also makes you a good friend. • Rediscover the art of meaningful conversation. It is amazing when two people in a coffee shop or diner have a great, intelligent conversation. It is so much better than inane chatter telling one another how “wasted” you feel. • Keep yourself open for new safe experiences. Since you are giving up one part of your old life, you can use this time to explore
