[Emimily]

you are who you are and you do what you do and you're an alcoholic who wants to change.

change isn't easy. it's not comfortable, it's not fun. it's hard work. you've got to be willing to change, 1st and foremost. because, as stupid as it may sound, nothing changes if nothing changes. change is a process... it's not going to happen overnight. but, if you're honest, open-minded, and willing, you will change. if you want to stay the same person and just not drink, well... i don't know what to tell you. i couldn't stay the same and not need to get drunk. i needed to change, even if that meant believing in something i didn't think i could, or being around people that made me uncomfortable... if i was willing, then why not?

but, that's just my opinion. best of luck on your journey.