My (former) psychiatrist thinks that drugs + alcohol are the cause of my mental problems, but I know he's wrong as my substance abuse has steadily declined since I started using. Anyway, he basically told me go into rehab or get a new doctor, so I got a new doctor. I did, however, quit drugs and alcohol successfully. I had had a speed problem in college and had experimented with everything under the sun at least a few times before I decided that I was just going to drink and smoke pot. Now I've decided to quit alcohol + weed (weed was never hard but the drink was a hell of a challenge) and I've been clean for a good period of time now. Ok, I've wasted enough of your time, what I really am trying to ask is...I've been sober for a while but other than watching movies and playing computer games, what can I do to have fun? I'm 23 and I've been a substance abuser since I was 14...it's almost all I know other than my education. All my friends are still substance abusers and I enjoy their company even though temptation is all around, but quitting is an every day battle, ya know? How can I meet sober people, where can I meet them, and what kinds of things can we do together? Keep in mind I'm young and I live near a big city. Please help me! Please! I've been sober for 4 months and I'm spending almost all my time at work because when I get home all I can think about is "Where can I meet some sober people? What can I do if I find them?" and then when my ideas don't work or I run out of ideas I think you know where my mind starts to drift...I'm not going to relapse this time. I'm going to make it because I know I'm strong enough but even the strongest of people need help from time to time. I quit without the help of rehab, but now I need help of a different kind. Please help! If you have ANY suggestions at all, PLEASE send them to AHyde12194@yahoo.com I would be extremely grateful!
here is a little advice that will maybe help you get some new friends and learn how to have some fun a new and clean sober way, go to some meeting get involved with service work hang out with some people just like yourself,give it a try you might just like it.good luck!!!
are there no people at work that you could maybe ask to do something organise a meal or a trip to the theatre or a day at the weekend at a theme park sounds stupid but you know its fun:) good luck . u can do it
First off, congrats on getting clean!
I would suggest calling your local hospital and finding out when NA meetings are, and perhaps you could attend a few. It never hurts to have support to stay off drugs, and you will be with a group of people who have all been through (to an extent) what you went though. Once there you can meet some people and have a great sober life.
Otherwise contact your tourism center and see what activities are planned around your community and chip in and volunteer! Not only will it take up time, but you will meet people, and feel awesome about helping out!
I would suggest calling your local hospital and finding out when NA meetings are, and perhaps you could attend a few. It never hurts to have support to stay off drugs, and you will be with a group of people who have all been through (to an extent) what you went though. Once there you can meet some people and have a great sober life.
Otherwise contact your tourism center and see what activities are planned around your community and chip in and volunteer! Not only will it take up time, but you will meet people, and feel awesome about helping out!
Call the NA or AA hotline, or you can find them on the web. There are meetings set for "young people". Your starting on a journey where you explore your true self. Try different things, hobbies, sports ect. Check you local paper for activities, free classes or try volunteering. These are all ways to find out what interests you. When I quit using I had no idea how to live, people at meetings guide me through the process of learning who I am. Your right when you said you need support, we all do. Seeking support is what has kep me clean. Good luck, your in my prayers.
