one boundary that i’m proud of holding is not going out to the bars anymore. i tried to still stay involved with my friends by coming to the bar and ordering a diet coke. i realized that i just can’t do that anymore. it’s a triggering environment and it’s frankly one that i don’t enjoy being in anymore. the only time i ever go is if it’s a special occasion like someone’s birthday or a celebration and i stay for my one soda, shake hands and kiss babies, and then get the hell out of there. i’m lucky to have friends who are understanding of it.