Although no one every really pressured me to attend happy hours, I always felt I was under some obligation to attend all social functions. I think this stemmed

Although no one every really pressured me to attend happy hours, I always felt I was under some obligation to attend all social functions. I think this stemmed from my fear of disappointing people—I felt anxiety when saying "No." But I finally feel more comfortable under my own skin, now that I'm in my late 20s. Plus, bars are not conducive for my (addiction) recovery.