Never been in a relationship, late 20s, trying to quit drinking - how do you meet people?
Hello, haway, howdy, hi!
I'm a guy who has worked on themselves a lot as I didn't want to be in a relationship for the sake of being in one, especially when I knew I wasn't emotionally mature enough for a relationship.
However, after lots of self improvement, counselling, and positive steps, I'm trying to put myself out there. I've never had much luck on the old apps so I'm trying to find people in person.
Which ... feels very difficult! I don't want to make people uncomfortable by just approaching them out of nowhere, and I'm staying sober so I can't just find myself the Dutch Courage to go over and say "yoohoo". And with the UK having such a huge drinking culture, it feels very tricky to get out there.
If I could get advice for how a shy fella might go about meeting people, and especially in a way that makes women as comfortable as possible, I'd very much appreciate it! :) Especially if there are alternative spots in the Newcastle area, as I myself am definitely a bit of an alternative at heart!
Many thanks :)