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Scenario

Why sobriety can feel like social exile

I am eight months sober and my best friend still invites me to bars then acts hurt when I decline like I am choosing recovery over our friendship.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Personal transformation requires others to adapt their behavior in ways they may resist or resent.

Your guide for this
Juana
Juana works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Recovery identity — from addiction?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.