I delayed quitting for decades. Honestly, the thought of having to go to AA was part of why I couldn't wrap my mind around it. Of course I had no real knowledge of AA beyond the stereotypes either...I wish I had read more and known about other recovery methods before I got to SR. I might not have stopped sooner, but I would have had less excuses and more motivation.
I know from teachers' courses that different people respond to learning and testing in different ways. Myers Briggs personality test also points out the differences. I wonder if there's ever been a study showing that certain types of people respond better to specific recovery methods?
I like to keep it really simple. I don't want to give drinking a starring role in my life anymore. Just say "no".