Plenty of stories explain how to quit alcohol and why, given it's well-known #health effects. There's less advice on how to then stay #sober which, as this writer explains, is really, really hard. The hurdles go well beyond any physical cravings. One must also deal with relationships and activities that were based on #alcohol, wholly or in part. That means making new friends, finding new joys. OK, people. You can do this. She can help.