We all have that one friend who’s been through some tough times, and we do our best to support them. But what happens when their actions start affecting everyone else’s good time? In this story, a group of friends navigates the delicate balance between being inclusive and maintaining boundaries when one of their sober friends brings a problematic guest to a party.
The Sober Friend’s Journey

Being Considerate Friends

Sober Friends Join the Mix ♂️ ♀️

Party Time, New Guy Problems

Confronting the Judgy Guest

Not So Sober Anymore

Irresponsible Decisions

The Camping Trip Dilemma ⛺

The Unwanted Plus-One ♂️

Friendship on the Rocks?

Divided Opinions ♀️

Inclusive or Irresponsible?
Caught in a tough situation, our party host had to make a decision: should they let their sober friend bring a guest who’d previously caused chaos at a party? After weighing the options and considering everyone’s well-being, they ultimately said no, but now they’re left wondering if they were too harsh. Did they make the right call, or should they have been more open to compromise? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this sticky situation…
NTA but could’ve worded response better. Others agree it was knee-jerk.

Friend’s history of inviting uninvited guests creates tension and concern

“NTA. Your friend’s party guest caused trouble and didn’t apologize? “

NTA. Excluding a non-friend based on past experience. Enjoy your time!

Excluding a judgmental friend: NTA for shutting him down!

“NTA at all. Your sober friend is actually the a**hole here.”

Sober friend’s plus-one ruined the party. NTA for shutting them down
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NTA – Supporting a sober friend, seeking insight from recovery community

NTA. Setting boundaries for sober friend’s recovery and well-being

Responsible friend sets boundaries, but still plans to have fun

NTA. Don’t let a liability ruin the party

NTA. Stand your ground and prioritize your friendship over his friend.

NTA. Sober friend needs new friends. No apology necessary.

Concerned friend warns about potential red flag with plus-one

NTA. You’re the caring friend, not the a**hole.

“Total Disaster Guy” ruins camping weekend, friend insists on inviting.✨
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NTA: Boundaries set, bad behavior not tolerated. No more invites.

NTA. Support your friend and avoid the Andy Dick-style addict.

Setting boundaries with friends is important for everyone’s safety!

NTA. You were inclusive and considerate, good friend group

Cutting out toxic friends? ✂️

NTA. Explaining your reasons could have helped, but you’re not an a**hole.

NTA: No judgment zone! Your friend needs to understand that.

Party host stands up to sober friend’s plus-one

Support your friend in recovery, it might not be easy
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NTA. Sober friend’s plus-one ruined a previous party

Direct but justified response to a disruptive plus-one
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“NTA. You made the right call. No toxic friends allowed!”
