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life after rehab
When I finally get to the point that I feel like I am ready to socialize with people who may or may not be sober, I face this question, “Do I want to go to happy hour?” Anticipating the changes I will face after leaving recovery rehabs.
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I agree that when you come fresh out of rehab the last place you want to be is in a bar for any reason whatsoever as it’s a huge risk and temptation. One drink can mess everything you worked your ass off for or suffered over to be clean. Stay out of those places for now but when further along in sobriety you can go but not partake in what they are doing or leave. You’re not at that point yet.
I know it seems like everyone drinks but it’s not true. I would join groups through AA for teens and 20-somethings for potential friends and support and look at groups on campus with young people against drunk driving, drugs etc or who don’t for religious or cultural reasons. Those people will understand where you are coming from.
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You don't have to go to bars to meet people. There are plenty of other things you can do. Join a club or maybe a meetup if there is some in your area. Do you have a sponsor? Maybe talk to them when you feel like going to happy hour.
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My thoughts are if you are just coming out f rehab is to stay away from Bars and Happy hour for a while. You need to be saber for awhile and not put temptation in your path.
I would also suggest joining aa and getting a sponsor to help you through those time when you what a drink. MR. Brother in-law os a 30+year recovering alcoholic and credits them for saving him.
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