How to Enjoy Summer in Sobriety
The summer months bring many things with them — warmer weather, longer daylight hours, and more opportunities for socialization to name a few. If we are to face the facts, the American brand of social life often includes the not-so-secret ingredient of alcohol. Mainstream media rarely portrays a good time without a beer or cocktail in hand, despite the fact that at least 30% of Americans do not consume alcohol for one reason or another. So don’t let this common depiction discourage you, there are many ways to participate in summer fun that don’t involve alcohol. We have also included some ways to help you stay sober during the summer if you do find yourself in social situations with alcohol and you are still in the recovery stages of alcoholism.