Building Lasting Friendships in Sobriety: Insights from Recovery Rocks
Your true friends are committed to being your true friends.
Ever worried about how quitting drinking might affect your social life? You're not alone. In this episode of Recovery Rocks, hosts Lisa Smith and Tawny Lara tackle the common fear of losing friends after getting sober. Drawing from their own experiences, they discuss the difference between genuine friends and those who were just drinking buddies. Lisa and Tawny share how they navigated these changes, letting go of toxic relationships and finding new, meaningful connections in sobriety.
They also offer practical tips for making friends while staying true to your interests and trying new things. Plus, they reflect on how the pandemic has reshaped socializing and drinking habits. With mentions of the Spice Girls, Jack Johnson, and Red Hot Chili Peppers in their Music Minutes segment, this episode is a mix of heartfelt advice and rock-inspired fun.
Whether you're new to sobriety or have been on this journey for a while, Lisa and Tawny's insights will leave you feeling hopeful and inspired.