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Josh Luton's avatar

I was definitely nervous the first (few) months of socializing sober. And a few people made comments about not drinking, but even more said nothing at all and didn't even care. Definitely easier further along this journey, but there's still moments when that voice pops up and wonders how I'll be at whatever function it is, and I get through it every time. Thanks for this one.

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Ellie Nova's avatar

Thank you for sharing this Josh. Yes that totally makes sense that you still have those worries, and absolutely incredible that you always stay alcohol-free. I definitely still get anxious before some social events and I find it really helpful to remind myself that pretty much everyone else will be feeling a bit anxious too; it’s so human!

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Josh Woll's avatar

I want to walk with you on that trail in the photo. So beautiful!

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Ellie Nova's avatar

It's a place called Ditchling Beacon on the South Downs near me :) Was insanely windy that day but certainly woke me up!

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