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Don’t hang out with folks who do things you shouldn’t do. Some people find that they get on track with where they want their life to go, and then certain friends and acquaintances come to call and all the development goes right down the drain. Imagine that you are in a position where you are trying to stop drinking, and you're doing a great job of staying away from alcohol so far. One night, though, an old friend (and drinking buddy) gives you a call and asks if you would like to join some people for a night out on the town. What is the best way to handle this sort of situation? This sort of instance merits some real analyzing. Does this friend know that you are trying to quit drinking? Even if this friend is aware of your goal, do you really think that he or she has the ability to go out on the town without ordering a drink or two? Lastly, if you truly think your friend can respect your wishes and refrain from suggesting some drinks, do you think that you are ready to be in the situation of being out on the town with your drinking buddy to begin with? Oftentimes we sabotage our own efforts without the intervention of anyone else, and many times it's a result of putting ourselves into situations we are simply not ready for. You may feel as though you are set in your new ways and there is no person who can sway you from your ultimate goal. This noble intention, however, flies out the window all too easily when you get around people who are doing the exact things you are trying to avoid. Do yourself a favor and avoid social situations that will be full of instances that you are trying to avoid. After all, you can't take a drink if you don't have any alcohol around you.

Try some community groups and organizations. You might be surprised to find out how many different organizations are around your town, filled with people who can be a great influence to you in addition to being beneficial social contacts. There are groups which get together for purely social reasons, there are groups which are formed for occupational growth, and there are some groups which have civic-minded goals. If you are looking to make some new friends and get involved in the community then you should seek out some of these groups. Where to start? You may want to look at some bulletin boards at cafes around town, or instead look at the local library's announcement board. Some cities have television stations committed solely to community events, and if you watch these channels you will probably find the sort of thing you are looking for. Your local community center might offer free exercise classes, art classes, or even volunteer opportunities that will get you involved in the community. The great thing about joining a local group or organization is that you will meet other people who have the same sort of interests that you have. Join a local walking club and you'll meet other people who enjoy the outdoors as much as you do. Join a parent's group and you'll meet people who are in similar situations as yours. Join a poetry group and you'll be able to meet other aspiring poets in addition to having an audience who will help you hone your writing skills. With so many different organizations out there, why not take the time to find one conducive to your interests and meet some new people while you're at it?

Don't underestimate the power of the Internet. You might not be in a situation where you are able to leave your home often to go mingle with local organizations. Maybe you're a single parent, or perhaps you simply aren't comfortable in social situations. The Internet is a great resource for people like this. There are thousands of online organizations that cater to people with like-minded interests, and the beauty of these online groups is that you don't have to leave your home to get involved. Even if you never meet the people in the organization face-to-face, you still reap the benefits of social interaction. To find an online group to join, simply input your interests into any Internet search engine and you will more than likely be presented with many different groups to choose from.

Have a current friend join you in your endeavors. Is there someone in your life with whom you constantly commiserate about the current state of your lives? Maybe you have a friend who always talks about wanting to get in shape, or go back to school, or get a better job or anything else that is similar to your goals. You might want to consider joining forces with this person and reaching for your goals together. After all, having someone who will keep you accountable for your progress is great. It can also be quite motivating to be someone who is responsible for keeping someone else on track. You might find yourself working harder towards your goals because you want to be a good example to your confidante, and you will more than likely stay on track because you really don't want to report any failures to your pal. Be sure that when you enlist the help of someone who you will also be helping so that you are a team, both working towards similar goals. If you go into a situation like this with someone who is not nearly as motivated as you are, or someone who is more harmful than helpful, you might actually be sabotaging your efforts.

What if you aren't a people person? There is power in numbers, and finding people who have the same types of goals you have is a great idea in theory. If you just aren't the kind of person who enjoys social interaction, however, trying to form relationships with people can be downright torturous. You shouldn't go against your innate personality type because this will inevitably lead to you feeling far beyond your comfort level.

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