If I been sober for 4 years is it good to go around people that drinks.?

Answer 1

Hey, I think that if you have been sober for that long you are doing great, go you. I drink, but only as a social thing. I come from an alcoholic family. I found out that as long as you are strong on your feelings and the people that you are around understand, then you should be fine. The main point is to find friends that understand where you stand. When you say no, they should totally get it as friends. If I want to drink and it's going to be a long night I buy non-alcohol beer and just hang. There always needs to be someone with responsibility in situations and that means you. That makes you the good person to be there (sober) just in case. If you have true friends they will understand that. Just know that you and only you can make that decision. Hey Sharps and other non-alcohol beer taste just the same and have the same calories, and they are served at bars everywhere and sold at stores everywhere. If at any point you feel cornered or pressured, just leave. Nobody is worth you breaking a vow to yourself or being someone you aren't. Plus, I find it more fun to watch the drunks act like comedians and I don't even have to pay for it. Be true to yourself.

Answer 2

Well, it sounds like you already think it might not be a good idea. My Mother died from drinking, so I don't really drink too much, very seldom. I watched as my beautiful Mothers skin went from smooth, to extremely wrinkled, and
when she died her skin was yellow. I have seen too many people "say" they are done drinking, and then go around people who "were", and just like that! They would start up again. I can't imagine that habit, and If you have stopped, and feel good about yourself? I would just politely decline. If these people are your friends, they'll understand, really. Keep up the good work, I'm proud of you.

Answer 3

If you can control the urge to drink and it sounds like you have for 4 years than sure. If it makes you want to join them leave and don't go back around them.

Answer 4

I would suggest that you don't because it might be too big of a temptation and you might start to drink again. You can still be friends with them, but, I don't think that it is a good a idea to put yourself in that situation.

Answer 5

You can't expect all your friends not to drink. To prove that you are able to have self control you should have friends that drink, even go out to clubs and bars and order water.

Four years is a long time you should be fine.

Answer 6

Been sober 2 years.....why not....let them drink what they can handle...stay sober!

Answer 7

It's fine as long as you're not pressured to drink with them. Try something like a shirley temple instead, and just keep thinking that it'll benefit you greatly in the long run.

Answer 8

not if it is an issue for you....I quit over five years ago.....got real tired of partying.....I ve noticed that some of my friends cant be around alchol with out wanting to drink......you can always hang with your friends...just do something fun that doesnt involve drinking...some of my ol friends and I found we didnt have much in common once we took booze out of the mix.. oh well tons of interesting people out there........peace

Answer 9

congratulations for seeing out the last 4 years.........you need to be able to socialise with others regardless of their habits.....why not try be around other drinkers and stay strong.....if you feel tempted then walk away as you are obviously not ready for that next step.....good luck

Answer 10

How do you feel about that??? Maybe at a ballgame or a cook-out, but not a party or a bar/pub. What do your AA buddies think?