I'm new to this site and have not had a drink for 8 months, after drinking an average of 20-21 standard drinks every night. I have, however, used a couple of drugs as alcohol substitutes in this time, so cannot call myself totally sober yet.
I have found AA extremely difficult to feel comfortable in. I believe many of its ideas can help me however. I will also try NA after reading a little bit about it here.
Edit : I also meant to say that the original post is a great idea for anyone who finds they have the willpower to overcome a drinking problem. Hopefully there are quite a few drinkers who manage to stop themselves and change their lives before they find themselves formidably addicted to alcohol.