Allen Carr describes alcohol's slippery slope where we progress down a path unaware of the dangers. In this process, some of us get a premature visit from the grim reaper. Others see the precipice, put on the brakes, and stop drinking. But the relentless beast continues to lurk with temptations. I figure that one way or the other I will not drink and having said that over time the beast's temptations have diminished over the past 7 months. Saying a daily prayer to the higher power has helped; and I also remind myself of the positives of not drinking - better relationships, freedom, self respect, more time, more available money, etc. SR post's have helped a lot. I read SR every day for support. In my opinion, quitting booze is a struggle but it is well worth the effort.