New to this - how do you resist the urge for a drink at work on Friday afternoon? I’m thinking abt just getting up and leaving.

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

Early in sobriety: just leave work functions if you're feeling squirrelly. Hit a meeting. Call a homie and chat to get outside your head. Hang in there.

like

Do you have any sober contacts you can reach out to and vent to? Have you heard about SEAM/Soberexecs.org? We have an FB group that I’ve found extremely helpful.

like

Yeah I leave or have sparkling water. Other people’s actions don’t concern me. I don’t have to do what they do. They can have one over 30 minutes and go home. I need three in that time and then go buy a 6-pack for the drive home. No more. No problem. This sober me is a much better me.

like

Call someone or go to a meeting. Leaving the situation is a good idea.

like

Have a non-alcoholic drink in hand. A prepared “no thanks” if someone offers a drink. Someone will def ask why you’re not drinking, so having a reason, even if it is a lie, helps "Tryin’ to lose some lbs, Bro!” Or, “I’m starting a dry month.” can get get people off your back. Or, like others suggested above, just leave.

like

Good question. I'm interested in seeing responses!!

Leaving a situation is almost always a good idea, but as you are leaving call someone. I've left company functions sober only to end up at a bar across the street. My best laid plans... Great question!

I made that gym time

Related Posts

FIS is giving retention bonus to particular employees. Fortunately I'm selected. They are giving 1.5 lakh and requested me to stay for next one year 😂

like

Can anyone please advise on Sullivan & Worcester? Is it comparable to Big Law in terms of salary/quality of work and quality of life?

like

Which style home do you prefer and why?

like

Anyone out there who is a RN who works in marketing? I have been a surgical nurse/nurse navigator for 10 years and for the last 2 years have taken an interest in marketing. I have my own social media management company I do on the side for locals, but I want to transition to working for a company full time. Tips?

like

Don't trust the influencers, see my comment why 😅😂

Post Photo
funny

Leads - remember to spend proportionate time leaving feedback for the folks you delegated your tasks down to this year. 1-2 sentences for a month long, complicated task isn’t enough.

like

How much do we get paid

like

Did you/would you get booster during pregnancy?

like

I’ve been thinking about getting into real estate investing. Not right now but later down the road. I’ve been trying to save up for a down payment. What are some good resources for a beginner? Blogs, YouTube, books etc I’m not looking for paid courses because I will be learning at a slow pace. Any help will be appreciated.

like

Hello Fishes,

I left capegemini on 4th of Feb and I still haven't got my relieving letter as well as experience letter. I'm trying to access my capegemini portal from
webvpn.capgemini.com but I'm not able to access that either. Please suggest me what should be done, my next employer is asking for relieving letter.

like

I’m kind of stuck what to do. The principal at my school is very intimidating, confrontational, and not pleasant to work for. I love teaching but feel like I have to walk on egg shells around him.

likefunny
like

How closely do pwc consulting work with s&? And how common is cross staffing onto s& projects?

like

When is KGS mandatorily asking people to be back in office? Any communication?

like

I have total experience of 46 months in IT and have relevant experience as A BA. Can any one refer me. I am looking to switch .my current CTC is 9.8 lakh. How much I should look for after switching. ?

like

Ideas to deal with micromanager who has just been layered

like

Weird market movements today! Some wildly up, others falling apart- with no relation that I can see

What agencies still have good bourbon and cocaine on the menu?

like

What are some natural ways to increase progesterone? I see things online but want to know what actually worked.

like

Does anyone know what busy season is like at SAX LLP? The role is permanently remote except when needed to go to clients. That seems very broad to me, will I have to commute to clients often?

like

Additional Posts in Sober in Advertising

You guys are great. Serious question for all... when was the last time you drank and why was it the last time?

like

4 years today. #grateful #keepcomingback

like

How’s everyone doing?

Post Photo
like

Just interviewed for a job. Saw an old work friend in the lobby, and he shot me a message after we said hi, saying it’d be great to work in the same building again, "plus this new one has a bar.” 😣

like

More than halfway through a 90 in 90 and I’m so grateful for NY AA and that there are so many meetings! Also 90 in 90 is actually kinda great

like

Anyone else have dreams about drinking? Do the ever stop? I find them very upsetting/disturbing. (I’m 1 yr sober)

like

Any meetings for ad people in la? I find no one really understands how we work in normal aa meetings. They find it suspect when I’m at work till 10pm every night for 3 weeks.

4 years sober today. So much to reflect on, not least of which how important it is to “get comfortable getting uncomfortable”. In my experience, it’s truly the only way forward.

Sending strength to you all 🖤

likeuplifting

Is there a group for people who aren’t alcoholics, but have issues drinking? Is it rude to go to AA if you aren’t totally dependent, but it is affecting you adversely?

Hey does anyone have suggestions for meetings in North Brooklyn/Williamsburg for a first timer ? Thanks so much in advance!

like

One year today yay!

likeuplifting

How many meetings do you go to a weekend what's your time? I go to 2-4 and I have 15 years.

like

I have 4 years on Saturday and will be in LA! Any meeting reccos near Korea town?

like

Sometimes I let people know I'm sober. I don't talk about the 12 steps unless someone asks. I try to practice attraction rather than promotion. Also I've never done a noon meeting but sometimes I really think I should!

like

Chicago! What meetings near the loop should I hit?

Doing a new business "take potential new clients out for drinks" thing. Any advice on keeping my sobriety on the DL?

like

8 years sober today! I love AA.

like

Going into my first weekend sober. Kind of nervous TBH. I know I can do because I've decided I'm going to do it, but I will definitely be feeling temptation. Wish me luck and share your coping strategies

likeuplifting

I'm struggling. people places and things. the place is work and the person is a co-worker. I had a few drinks yesterday. ill hit an AA mtg tomorrow. I'll keep trying.

like

Where are your favorite vacation spots? Getting used to this not drinking thing..

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal