Facing The Bar Scene

Everybody’s Drinking But None For Me

I haven’t drank alcohol since November 1, 2002. My life was destroyed. I cried out to God and He moved. With God, I’ve rebuilt my life. I am no longer tempted to drink or use.

But, let’s face it. This life is a battle. It’s tough for anyone, but for people who are trying to stay clean, there are a few extra struggles. One of those struggles is the bar scene.

It seems like everybody drinks or uses. It seems like there is nothing to do, that doesn’t involve alcohol or partying, or other addictions in some way. It’s a Friday and Saturday night battle to find something to do.

But, that is just a perception. There are tons of things to do, like church, spiritual pursuits, hobbies, movies, volunteering, camping, working out, shopping, just to name a few. I know it seems boring. And it’s not quite as exciting as getting drunk and going to jail. I know the struggle you might have with these things. I have struggled too, saying “Am I really going to waste my life on Netflix?” Course, then I say “I was wasting my life in bars, so why not on Netflix?” I normally go out to eat on Friday and Saturday night, or spend my time traveling.

Let’s be real though, alcohol, drugs, and partying is everywhere. There are bars on every corner, and going for a drink is so…