Struggling with Sobriety in Relationships

Avoid dating for a while and think about yourself. Your life is worth more than dating is x

Always remember people places and things. If certain people places or things trigger you then try to leave it alone. I'm a recovering heroin addict and recovering alcoholic. I get it. Alcohol is usually a social thing so it's hard not to do when others are doing it.

Just curious what type of medication you were put on for that? I’d be interested in trying something like that as I’m trying to cut down as well

You should definitely aim to be in relationships with people who also avoid alchohol if it's a repeated issue. If being around it is difficult and you cannot refuse when it is offered it makes the most sense and is the most likely to help you if you hang around people who don't drink so you are no longer in that situation. You can also try to make sure they're aware that you are also not supposed to drink at all, and that you drink because you need support and help with your mental health. That way it allows you to be accountable while still surrounding yourself with people who can help you find or at least help implement better ways to get through your mental health issues and it's symptoms. Do keep in mind that your loved ones are not your therapists but they should still be supportive in whatever ways they personally can be including avoidance of putting you in situations where you feel that you need/can have alchohol when you are trying to quit.

no one should have control over you – especially when it comes to substances/intoxication and your sobriety! attempting to make you drink is a huge red flag, and they do not have your best interests and well-being in mind .