Hi Least - you of all people know the truth about your struggle, and also what the rest of us go through. It's not just about the alcohol remember, it's about making a better life. You're just starting to do that now - even though it doesn't feel like it.
I know how hard the anxiety thing can be (have suffered from this lots for years). It's not easy to explain to someone else, or to yourself. It IS real, but it can also be defeated. If you can deal with it now, you'll probably end up being one of the most successful people you know!
Keep with it....
DB