Yes, this is going to be a life long thing, if you are lucky.
I have spent a great deal of time reading the AA Big Book, so that I can understand AA and its teachings, and what it means to be an alcoholic.
SR, Al Anon, and learning about this disease have been very helpful to me.
The people who love alcoholics spend so much time hoping that they will stop drinking, and get sober, and be healthy, that when they do, it's a good idea for us to find our own interests as well. How wonderful that we can "let go" and focus on ourselves.
Harder than some think, but worth it.
Best to you in your new life. May it last a lifetime.