AprilMay - I hear ya on this. I have been struggling with the same question for the past 3 months. Intellectually I know that no matter what I am better of without the booze and even though I plan to never drink again, i have my moments. It's not even that I want to drink I just want my brain to shut down.
Did I mention I hate exercise?
I also over compensated with chocolate and food but that is just not working for me anymore.
I know I must get back into exercise but I wish there was a faster way....
I haven't yet come to terms with the fact that nothing will match the instant relief of drinking.