If the article were to contain certain testimonials from people trying to bring in sobriety with their day to day social circle, this would give starters real confidence in taking this ahead and putting in practice. 

 http://methadone.forumotion.net/t615-thought-for-the-day-addiction-recovery-sober-socialization 

 Check this - what people say after they quit alcohol - can we ?? 

 http://drownedinsound.com/community/boards/social/3209233