its never to early to quit. i've had a bit of frustration at times with the "gutter" stories i've heard at meetings past; i haven't lost all, but stand to atleast lose my health, and my good relationship with my kid. i know what i'm up against, and i'd venture to say you know what you're up against, too. have you given the a.a. alternatives a try yet? not everyone goes to meetings (a.a.), but they do work for many people. some people use online tools (such as this wonderful sight), and nothing else, and are happy with that. i've been using the s.m.a.r.t. tools (cognitive behavior therapy), and its completely free. i think this sight might have a link to the website. if not, (and i'm unsure of the exact site address myself, as i just click the bookmark), you can google "smart tools and alcoholism", or something like that.
good luck, and good on you for coming this far. its not easy!
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