Welcome to SR!
This is a wonderful site. You will find tons of support here and answers to your questions. I am a newbie too. This isn't the first time I have tried quitting booze. Try not to look at it like this is for the rest of your life. As you said, that is very daunting! I can't look at it that way right now. For the time being, concentrate on just not drinking for today! If you have to, break it down into hours or minutes - don't project too far in the future or you will get discouraged and overwhelmed. One thing I know for sure is I can't do this alone. I have recently attended some AA meetings and have found it to be very reassuring that there are people out there who know exactly where I am coming from! AA has validated a lot of my insecurities about quitting. As I listen to the stories, there is ALWAYS someone there that I can directly relate to. Also, the people here on SR have been very welcoming and supportive and I use this site any chance I get.
Keep coming back!
