Originally Posted by
Jes23 
I am sorry you are getting the types of responses that you asked not to get..I know it can be a pain when you don't agree with the majority!
Ditto
On the other hand, I do believe that you do have to find something positive to replace the booze with. If AA works for some, for me it's mindfulness and meditation. Getting away from a trigger situation like others have mentioned is important too--at least until the craving begins to subside. I'd never done that until recently--I just tried to fight through and failed. However, getting away from the trigger and through the major craving only works because it puts me back in a space to practice mindfulness, and it has worked. I also feel you need someone to talk to and SR--the latter has been huge for me.
If you're interested in books here's some thoughts from kevin 311's thread:
Originally Posted by
kevin 311 Eckhart Tolle's books The Power of Now and Stillness Speaks regarding how and why to practice present-moment awareness -- probably other books on mindfulness meditation cover the same ground
Originally Posted by
awake121207 Be Free Where You Are
Peace is Every Step
They are both by Thich Nhat Hanh.
Hang in there.
Wishing you strength and peace